Belgian Grand Prix 2023 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Max Verstappen made Formula 1 history at the Belgian Grand Prix, claiming his tenth consecutive victory to break Sebastian Vettel's all-time record and cement his place in the sport's history books. The Dutchman dominated at Spa-Francorchamps, converting pole position into victory at the legendary circuit to cap the most dominant mid-season run ever witnessed in Formula 1.

Starting from pole, Verstappen controlled the race around the 7km Spa circuit, managing the challenging Ardennes weather and demonstrating the RB19's superiority on the high-speed layout. Sergio Perez finished second to secure Red Bull's fifth one-two finish of the season, while Charles Leclerc completed the podium for Ferrari in third place. Lewis Hamilton set the fastest lap for Mercedes, providing a small consolation in an otherwise processional race.

The tenth consecutive win was a watershed moment in F1 history, breaking a record that had stood for exactly 10 years since Vettel's dominant 2013 campaign. The summer break arrived with Verstappen holding a commanding 125-point championship lead, and questions swirling about competitive balance in the sport. The victory was Verstappen's 11th of the season from just 12 races, with his only non-win being his second place behind Perez in Saudi Arabia. Red Bull's dominance had reached unprecedented levels.