
What To Watch For in the Belgian Grand Prix

From Max Verstappen's threat off the line to the Mercedes internal battle, and from two fast drivers out of position to the potential for plenty of race-changing moments, here are five things to look out for when racing gets underway on Sunday at Spa-Francorchamps.
1. Slipstreaming at the start
Taking pole position at the Belgian Grand Prix is a satisfying result for any driver, given the challenge of putting together a quick lap around the iconic circuit. But it doesn’t always lead to the most comfortable start of a race.
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