In a dramatic turn of events at Spa-Francorchamps, Lewis Hamilton encountered significant challenges ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix qualifying. During the final practice session on [specific date not provided], Hamilton crashed his Ferrari, losing control on the exit of Fagnes and colliding with a barrier, resulting in considerable damage to his car.

• Hamilton expressed his frustration, stating, "I have destroyed the car, mate," as he assessed the wreckage.
• Despite the setback, he remains only seven points behind George Russell and has gained on Kimi Antonelli, who has faced difficulties in recent races.

Max Verstappen also faced a tumultuous weekend, having crashed out at Silverstone after a promising second-place finish in Austria. Meanwhile, Charles Leclerc rebounded from a disappointing home Grand Prix to secure a win at Silverstone after a rough start to the season.

Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri of McLaren dealt with their own setbacks, including a double non-start due to power unit failures. As they prepare for qualifying, McLaren has opted for a new Mercedes power unit, expecting better performance on the track.

As the teams gear up for qualifying, the atmosphere is charged with anticipation. Will Hamilton recover from his crash, or will the drama continue to unfold at this iconic circuit? Tune in at 2:30 PM for buildup and 3 PM for the qualifying session.