Another day, another routine win for Lewis Hamilton in what is becoming an increasingly one-sided and predictable Formula One campaign.
This time it was Spa-Francorchamps and its iconic stretch of 4.3 miles deep in the glorious Ardennes forest which the dominant Briton conquered.
The Mercedes star led every lap from pole to claim his fifth win this season in his pursuit of a record-equalling seventh world title.
Once again Valtteri Bottas, or any other rival in fact, couldn't get anywhere near the runaway leader who continues to make driving the fastest-ever F1 cars look easy.
And this latest crushing victory, the 89th of his glittering career, moves him just two away from Michael Schumacher's all-time record in a race which saw fellow Briton George Russell avoid a potentially serious crash.
Hamilton managed to avoid any trouble though and will now head to Ferrari's home race at Monza this weekend with a mighty 47-point championship lead.
Despite the dominant nature of the win, the six-time world champ had fears that the state of his tyres would deny him the triumph.
"It wasn't the easiest of races," he said. "I had a lock-up into Turn 5 which gave me a vibration on the tyre.
"It was a bit of a struggle. I was nervous we might have a scenario like Silverstone where I had the puncture, so I was nursing it to the end.
"I know it is not what everyone wants to see - a Mercedes at the front - but no matter how much success we have we just keep our heads down.
"Back at the office, there are no guys celebrating. It is all about how we can win the next race and it is an incredible environment to be in.
"I am 35 going towards 36, but I feel better than ever so that is a positive."
Perhaps not what Hamilton's rivals want to hear, with the Briton showing no signs of slowing down.
It was a largely incident free grand prix, though Russell was fortunate to escape unscathed from a harrowing high-speed accident.
The British youngster saw his Williams hit by Antonio Giovinazzi's wheel after he crashed out.
Both drivers endured heavy hits into the barriers but were able to climb out of their cars and despite a Safety Car, Hamilton retained his lead and ultimately secured the win which extends his lead over Max Verstappen.
The Dutchman, however, was less than impressed with the lack of action.
"It was pretty boring. Not much to do. I couldn't keep up with them when they started pushing," he said.
"The last eight laps I was just backing it out and saving the tyres. It was not really enjoyable out there today. It was a bit lonely. Maybe it is not the most satisfying P3 but it is still better than nothing."
Boring perhaps, but Hamilton will have few complaints.
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