The Belgian Grand Prix marks the final double-header before the Formula 1 summer break, taking place from July 17-19 at the iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit. Live coverage will be available on Sky Sports.

After a challenging outing at the British Grand Prix, where Kimi Antonelli saw his championship lead shrink, the stakes are high. His Mercedes teammate George Russell finished second, narrowing the gap to just 25 points, while Lewis Hamilton is only seven points behind after securing another podium finish. Charles Leclerc claimed victory for Ferrari, marking their second win in three races.

Key highlights include:

• Kimi Antonelli under pressure to regain momentum in the title race.
• Max Verstappen, a four-time world champion, faces scrutiny amid speculation over his future with Red Bull following technical issues that led to crashes.

The Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps is renowned for its challenging layout, featuring iconic corners like Eau Rouge and Blanchimont. It is the longest track in the F1 calendar, measuring 4.352 miles (7.004 km).

Weather conditions are notoriously unpredictable, with forecasts indicating a potential end to the ongoing heatwave and a chance of rain throughout the race weekend.

Race Weekend Schedule (UK Time):

• Thursday, July 16:
  • 2pm: Drivers' Press Conference
  • 5pm: Paddock Uncut
• Friday, July 17:
  • 12.30pm: Belgian GP Practice One
  • 3.30pm: Belgian GP Practice Two
• Saturday, July 18:
  • 3pm: Belgian GP Qualifying
• Sunday, July 19:
  • 2pm: THE BELGIAN GRAND PRIX

Fans can watch on Sky Sports F1 or stream via the Sky Sports app. Non-subscribers can access the race through a NOW membership. Highlights will also be available shortly after the race concludes.