Belgian GP: Max Verstappen tops Lewis Hamilton as Mercedes struggle in Spa-Francorchamps first practice

Max Verstappen topped the timesheets in first practice for the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps, finishing 0.145 seconds ahead of Lewis Hamilton. Charles Leclerc was third, two tenths off the pace. Mercedes struggled unexpectedly, while Red Bull have yet to win a race in the 2026 season.