F1 prepares for Belgium-Hungary double header as title race tightens
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 6:36 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
The Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps and the Hungarian Grand Prix are the final two races before Formula 1's summer break. Kimi Antonelli leads George Russell by 25 points in the championship standings, despite facing challenges recently. Max Verstappen's future with Red Bull is under scrutiny following mechanical issues that hindered his performance in previous races. The upcoming events will be crucial for determining momentum entering August.
- •Kimi Antonelli holds a 25-point lead over George Russell.
- •Antonelli's dominance has been mixed with recent misfortunes.
- •Max Verstappen's future with Red Bull remains uncertain amid contract speculation.
- •The Belgian GP takes place this weekend before the Hungarian GP.
- •Both races are critical for team and driver momentum ahead of the break.
"Before Formula 1 reaches its summer break, two key races in Belgium and Hungary are set to decide which drivers and teams will go into August with momentum.
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