The start of the Belgian Grand Prix was red-flagged after the formation lap due to safety concerns, with drivers reporting poor visibility and a lack of grip in the wet weather at Spa-Francorchamps

Hulkenberg, who claimed the first podium finish of his F1 career at the British Grand Prix earlier this month. was eventually eliminated in 14th as Sauber team-mate Gabriel Bortoleto reached Q3. Bortoleto will line up 10th on Sunday’s starting grid in Belgium.