Belgian Grand Prix 1963 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Jim Clark announced his championship credentials with a dominant victory at Spa-Francorchamps, beginning what would become one of the most commanding seasons in Formula 1 history. The Scottish star's mastery of the fearsome Belgian circuit was absolute, as he demonstrated the smooth, flowing style that made him appear to be driving at a different speed than his rivals. Clark's Lotus 25 monocoque chassis, now with improved reliability, proved devastatingly effective through Spa's high-speed sections, with the combination of Chapman's brilliant engineering and Clark's natural genius creating an almost unbeatable package. The victory marked the beginning of Clark's march toward inevitable championship glory, showcasing a level of dominance that would define the entire season.

Bruce McLaren secured a solid second place for Cooper, the New Zealander continuing his consistent points-scoring despite lacking the outright speed of the Lotus. Dan Gurney claimed third in the new Brabham, Jack Brabham's own-name team showing promising pace in only its second season of operation. The race demonstrated that when Lotus reliability matched Clark's speed, no one could live with the Scottish master. As the season progressed, this pattern would become increasingly familiar, with Clark winning race after race in a display of superiority that left the championship battle effectively over by mid-season.