F1 Belgian GP: Max Verstappen quickest in FP1 over Lewis Hamilton

Max Verstappen set the pace in the opening practice session for the Belgian Grand Prix, edging out Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton by a slim margin, highlighting Red Bull's competitive edge early in the race weekend. This early dominance is significant as Verstappen's team has shown strong consistency throughout the season, raising hopes for another strong performance. The competitive edge in the first session sets the stage for an intriguing battle as the teams fine-tune their strategies and cars ahead of qualifying and the race itself.