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Belgian GP start procedure suspended due to heavy rain

Article To news overview © Getty Images/Red Bull Contentpool The start of the Belgian Grand Prix has been suspended, following on from an initial delay. The race at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit in the Ardennes forest has had to be suspended due to visibility and safety concerns, as a result of heavy rain and fog surrounding the entire venue. The race was scheduled to set off at 15:00 local time, but the start was initially delayed in five-minute increments while Race Director Michael Masi waited for a gap in the weather. The drivers were sent off behind the Safety Car at 15:25 local time and did two formation laps. It was at this point that the decision was made to suspend the start....
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