Verstappen wins shortened rain-delayed sprint race at Belgian GP, extends championship lead
- Qualifying was delayed due to rain before Verstappen took pole position for the sprint race.
- Verstappen overtook Oscar Piastri at the start and built a big lead before the race was red flagged.
- After a 30-minute delay, the race resumed behind the safety car before Verstappen pulled away again.
- Verstappen's victory extends his championship lead to 118 points with 9 races left.
- Pierre Gasly expressed concerns about visibility and safety in the wet conditions.