FIA issue decision on Ferrari investigation after Belgian GP FP2

After FP1, the Maranello-based team came under investigation after formally returning two sets of dry-weather tyres for both Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton through the electronic system. However, the tyres themselves were not handed back to the designated supplier before FP2 got underway, leaving the team in breach of Article B6.4.2.

In both cases, after hearing from the team representative, the FIA decided to fine the team €5,000.

Ferrari experienced contrasting fortunes during the second practice session. Lewis Hamilton once again looked comfortable, securing fourth place, while Charles Leclerc struggled to find the same pace and ended the session down in 11th.

The hour-long session was disrupted by two red flags. The first was triggered early on after gravel was dragged onto the circuit, before a later stoppage was caused by Pierre Gasly, whose Alpine suffered a heavy impact that tore off the rear wing and left the car stranded on track.

At the top of the timesheets, Kimi Antonelli set the benchmark with a 1:45.944, finishing ahead of Lando Norris and Max Verstappen. Racing Bulls also enjoyed another encouraging session, with both Arvid Lindblad and Liam Lawson breaking into the top 10, while Aston Martin remained off the pace as both drivers finished over five seconds behind the fastest lap.