Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes – 9 Mercedes never expected to be quick at Spa, so for Lewis Hamilton to come within a second of victory was hugely impressive. Almost beat Sebastian Vettel in qualifying before piling on enough pressure to beat him in the race, managing his tyres well before the late charge to try and catch Charles Leclerc at the front. Valtteri Bottas, Mercedes – 7 Valtteri Bottas said this had been one of his best displays at Spa, and, while decent, it was nothing hugely spectacular. The Finn trailed Hamilton in qualifying and never looked like hassling the front two in the race, prompting him to turn down his engine and enjoy a “Sunday drive” to third place. Decent...
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