Hamilton Takes Sprint Pole at Silverstone; Antonelli Wins Sprint Race
At the 2026 British Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) surprised by topping practice and securing Sprint pole at Silverstone, beating Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli by 0.011 seconds. However, in the 17-lap Sprint race, Antonelli overtook Hamilton on lap eight and won by 1.7 seconds, spoiling Hamilton's homecoming. The Sprint weekend featured mixed fortunes for top teams, with Lando Norris finishing third. Full qualifying and the main Grand Prix are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday.
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Brundle's Verdict on 'Immense' British GP: Safety Car Rule Limits Epicness
Martin Brundle analyzes the 2026 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, calling it an 'immense' event with 175,000 race-day spectators and great weather. He praises the current F1 grid, highlighting teenager Kimi Antonelli's Sprint victory over Lewis Hamilton in wheel-to-wheel combat. Charles Leclerc won the main race for Ferrari, while Lando Norris took third in the Sprint for a struggling McLaren. Max Verstappen struggled with car speed but qualified well. Red Bull's Isack Hadjar outpaced Verstappen in qualifying. Racing Bulls impressed with Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad scoring points. The article focuses on the intense Sprint weekend format, with Brundle critiquing overtake boost usage and a specific regulation (implied as the Safety Car rule) he has long opposed, which he believes prevented the event from being 'truly epic.'
SkySports | NewsHamilton Laments Lost 'Magic' After Disappointing British GP Sprint Weekend
Lewis Hamilton expressed frustration after his strong start to the British Grand Prix Sprint weekend at Silverstone ended with a third-place finish in the main race, won by Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc. Hamilton secured Sprint pole on Friday but lost the Sprint to Kimi Antonelli and qualified third for the Grand Prix. In the 52-lap race, he was penalized with a five-second false start penalty, struggled with car balance due to a front-wing setup error, and was overtaken by George Russell under a late Safety Car. Despite this, Hamilton kept his podium after a post-race reprimand for a yellow flags infringement, marking his record-extending 16th podium at his home race in 20 appearances. He took responsibility for the setup mistake, saying he and engineering 'massively under-egged it with the front wing.'
SkySports | NewsLeclerc wins British GP, delivering Ferrari's 250th victory
Charles Leclerc won the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, securing Ferrari's 250th Formula 1 victory. The race ended under a safety car. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) finished 16th after a brake issue and a penalty, while his teammate George Russell took second. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) finished third but faced a post-race investigation for a yellow flag infringement. Antonelli leads the drivers' standings with 179 points, 25 ahead of Russell, with Hamilton third. Leclerc's win was his ninth GP victory and first since October 2024, moving him to fourth in the championship.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Mercedes Accept Blame for Kimi Antonelli's Mechanical Failure at British Grand Prix
Mercedes have accepted responsibility for Kimi Antonelli's mechanical failure during the 2026 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, which likely cost him victory. Antonelli was closing on race leader Charles Leclerc when a wheel-shield failure with 11 laps remaining caused severe handling issues. Mercedes pitted him twice to remove debris, but he dropped to 10th, then received a five-second track limits penalty and finished 16th under a safety car. Team principal Toto Wolff expressed fury, stating 'a car should not break.' Antonelli called the penalty 'a joke,' and Mercedes is exploring options to have it removed. The failure allowed teammate George Russell to finish second, while Antonelli's championship lead over Russell was cut to 25 points. Replays suggested the damage occurred when Antonelli ran over a kerb at Copse Corner, though he insisted his driving was no different from previous laps.
SkySports | NewsVerstappen Frustrated After Silverstone Chaos; Leclerc Ends Win Drought
The 2026 British Grand Prix at Silverstone was marked by chaos and drama. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli suffered a technical disaster ten laps from the end, damaging his Mercedes' suspension and dropping him to 16th place, allowing Ferrari's Charles Leclerc to claim his first Formula 1 victory in 623 days. Leclerc kept his cool during a late Safety Car phase triggered by Max Verstappen's gravel trap exit. George Russell finished second, and Lewis Hamilton took third after a five-second penalty for a false start. Verstappen, who had struggled all weekend, slid into the gravel trap four laps from the end and retired, expressing deep frustration: 'Honestly, I hate this car.' Nico Hülkenberg also retired due to a defect. Meanwhile, former Red Bull team principal Christian Horner appeared in the paddock for the first time since his suspension last year. Antonelli remains championship leader but his lead over Russell shrank to 25 points.
Nachrichten - WELTLeclerc Wins Chaotic British Grand Prix as Antonelli's Title Lead Shrinks
Charles Leclerc won a chaotic British Grand Prix for Ferrari, holding off late challengers after championship leader Kimi Antonelli suffered a critical technical failure. Antonelli, who was closing in on Leclerc with fresher tires, experienced a front-left wheel shield failure that forced two pit stops and left him struggling with steering. He finished the race in ninth place but was demoted to 16th due to a five-second penalty for exceeding track limits. George Russell took an unexpected second place for Mercedes after Ferrari made a strategic error by pitting Lewis Hamilton under a late Safety Car triggered by Max Verstappen's crash. Hamilton emerged behind Russell and could not retake second as the Safety Car stayed out until the final lap. Hamilton also faces a post-race investigation for a yellow-flag infringement. Lando Norris finished fourth, ensuring three British drivers in the top four. Antonelli's championship lead was dramatically reduced by this result.
SkySports | NewsKimi Antonelli wins sprint race and takes pole at F1's British Grand Prix
Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli returned to winning ways at the 2026 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, securing victory in the sprint race and claiming pole position for the main event. Antonelli overtook Lewis Hamilton on lap 8 of 17 to win the sprint, then set the fastest qualifying lap, beating Ferrari's Charles Leclerc by 0.175 seconds. Hamilton, who won his first race for Ferrari at the previous Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, finished third in qualifying. Antonelli's title rival George Russell struggled, managing fourth in both the sprint and qualifying after contact with the wall. The race highlighted F1's 2026 electrical power deployment strategies. Antonelli now leads the championship standings by 43 points over Russell. Lando Norris (McLaren) took third in the sprint, while qualifying results listed Antonelli first, followed by Leclerc, Hamilton, and Russell.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Hamilton Plots Ferrari Teamwork with Leclerc to Topple Antonelli at British GP
Lewis Hamilton hopes to collaborate with Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc to challenge Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli at the 2026 British Grand Prix. Hamilton starts third behind pole-sitter Antonelli and Leclerc, with George Russell fourth. Antonelli won Saturday's sprint race, and Hamilton is wary of the championship leader's raw speed. The race at Silverstone is expected to feature 'yoyo' racing due to limited braking zones, where drivers use electrical energy to attack and defend. Ferrari aims to use strategy and teamwork to stay close to Antonelli, but a one-stop strategy with hard tire compounds may limit opportunities. Antonelli leads the Drivers' Championship by 43 points over Russell and 47 over Hamilton.
SkySports | NewsKimi Antonelli Secures Pole Position for the British Grand Prix
Italian driver Kimi Antonelli has secured pole position for the British Grand Prix, marking the fifth time this season he has taken first place on the grid. The qualifying session saw Antonelli outperform competitors, including Lewis Hamilton, who had secured pole for the sprint race on Friday but finished second in that event. The article also references George Russell's recent win at the Austrian Grand Prix, where he beat Max Verstappen and Kimi Antonelli. The British Grand Prix weekend at Silverstone continues with high anticipation for the main race.
RecordWild Qualifying at Silverstone: Verstappen Complains, Hamilton Struggles, Antonelli Celebrates Pole
During qualifying for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli, aged 19, secured pole position. Charles Leclerc surprised by taking second place, outperforming his Ferrari teammate Lewis Hamilton, who struggled with cornering and failed to set a perfect lap, finishing third. George Russell hit the wall in Q1 due to a suspected technical issue but managed to start from fourth after repairs. Max Verstappen complained about his Red Bull's drivability, calling it a 'disaster,' and qualified seventh. Meanwhile, team bosses from Mercedes and Ferrari are engaged in a dispute over alleged fraud accusations. The article also notes Lance Stroll outperforming Fernando Alonso and Valtteri Bottas beating Franco Colapinto, with the full 22-driver starting grid provided.
BILD - SportAntonelli Sees Off Ferrari Threat to Seize British GP Pole
Kimi Antonelli built on his earlier Sprint win to claim pole position for the 2026 British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The world championship leader, who increased his title lead to 43 points, posted a fastest lap of 1:28.111, beating Ferrari's Charles Leclerc by 0.175 seconds. Lewis Hamilton, a Silverstone specialist, settled for third after losing the second front-row spot to Leclerc. George Russell, Antonelli's nearest title challenger, finished fourth after a crash in Q1 damaged his Mercedes' front wing. Isack Hadjar took fifth for Red Bull, ahead of four-time world champion Max Verstappen in seventh. McLaren struggled, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri placing sixth and eighth. The race is scheduled for Sunday July 5 at 3pm on Sky Sports F1.
SkySports | NewsKimi Antonelli Wins Sprint Race of British Grand Prix
Kimi Antonelli won the sprint race of the British Grand Prix on July 4, 2026, as reported by Record Portugal. Lewis Hamilton secured pole position on Friday but finished the race in second place. The article also references other recent Formula 1 events, including George Russell winning the Austrian Grand Prix and taking pole position there. The sprint race took place at Silverstone, with Hamilton thrilling the home crowd during qualifying.
RecordKimi Antonelli Wins British Grand Prix Sprint, Spoils Hamilton's Homecoming
Kimi Antonelli (19) won the sprint race at the British Grand Prix, delivering the first setback to Lewis Hamilton's homecoming celebrations. The Mercedes driver controlled the 17-lap race after passing Hamilton on lap eight, when the Ferrari driver's battery was nearly empty. Antonelli pulled away to a 1.7-second victory. The start was chaotic, with multiple position changes due to energy recovery system usage. Charles Leclerc dropped from fourth to seventh off the line. Max Verstappen was the biggest loser, falling from third to sixth. Lando Norris was the hidden winner, climbing from sixth on the grid to third place. The final race is scheduled for Sunday at 3 PM, with qualifying at 4 PM on Saturday.
BILD - SportAntonelli beats Hamilton to victory in British GP Sprint
Kimi Antonelli passed pole-sitter Lewis Hamilton to win the British Grand Prix Sprint at Silverstone, extending his Formula 1 world championship lead. The Mercedes driver overtook Ferrari's Hamilton on the eighth lap of the 17-lap race and pulled clear to finish 2.7 seconds ahead, claiming his first Sprint win. Antonelli's championship lead over Mercedes teammate George Russell increased to 43 points. Russell finished fourth behind McLaren's Lando Norris, who won a five-car battle for third. The top eight also included Charles Leclerc, Max Verstappen, Oscar Piastri, and Liam Lawson. Lawson faces a post-race investigation for a defensive move. The main British Grand Prix is scheduled for Sunday.
SkySports | NewsHamilton eyes Silverstone Sprint win after 'amazing surprise' pole
Lewis Hamilton secured an unexpected Sprint pole at the British Grand Prix, beating Mercedes' championship leader Kimi Antonelli by just 0.011 seconds. The seven-time world champion, who had been pessimistic about his chances, now believes his Ferrari has the pace to win the 17-lap Sprint race at Silverstone. Hamilton's first Ferrari victory came in Barcelona last month, followed by a disappointing Austrian Grand Prix. Antonelli, who leads the Drivers' Championship by 40 points, praised Hamilton's form but welcomed the challenge. Hamilton is third in the standings, 46 points behind Antonelli.
SkySports | NewsLewis Hamilton Takes Sprint Qualifying Pole at Silverstone, Ferrari Strong
Lewis Hamilton, driving for Ferrari, secured pole position for the Sprint Race at the Formula 1 British Grand Prix in Silverstone. The 41-year-old Briton edged out championship leader Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) by just 0.011 seconds. Ferrari showed strong form after Hamilton's recent win in Barcelona. Mercedes driver George Russell qualified fifth, while Lando Norris (McLaren) was sixth. From a German perspective, Nico Hülkenberg (Audi) qualified 13th, still awaiting his first points for the team. Aston Martin remains the backmarker, with both drivers over a second slower than the Cadillacs. The Sprint Race is scheduled for Saturday at 1 PM at Silverstone, with track temperatures reaching 41 degrees Celsius.
BILD - SportHamilton claims Sprint pole at Silverstone in surprising Ferrari turnaround
Lewis Hamilton secured pole position for the British Grand Prix Sprint at Silverstone, beating Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli by 0.011 seconds in Friday's qualifying session. The seven-time world champion, driving for Ferrari in his second year with the team, led all three segments of Sprint Qualifying after topping practice earlier. Hamilton had downplayed Ferrari's chances due to perceived straight-line speed deficits against Mercedes, but the SF-26 proved highly competitive, surprising even the driver. Teammate Charles Leclerc qualified fourth. Max Verstappen took third for Red Bull, while George Russell (Mercedes) could only manage fifth after his Austrian victory. Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were sixth and seventh respectively for McLaren, trailing the leaders by four tenths of a second. The Sprint race is scheduled for Saturday, followed by main Grand Prix qualifying later that day.
SkySports | NewsHamilton Takes Sprint Pole at Silverstone in Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton secured pole position for the Formula 1 sprint race at the 2026 British Grand Prix in Silverstone, driving for Ferrari. The 41-year-old Briton edged out championship leader Kimi Antonelli by just 0.011 seconds in a tense Q3 session where all ten drivers had only one flying lap. Hamilton's Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc qualified fourth, while Mercedes drivers George Russell and Kimi Antonelli took fifth and second respectively. Lando Norris qualified sixth for McLaren. German driver Nico Hülkenberg placed 13th for Audi, still seeking his first points for the team. Aston Martin continued to struggle, with both drivers over a second slower than the Cadillacs and occupying the last two grid positions. The sprint race is scheduled for Saturday at 1 PM local time.
BILD - SportHamilton fastest in British GP practice ahead of Sprint Qualifying
Lewis Hamilton unexpectedly topped the timesheets in the only practice session at the British Grand Prix, beating championship leader Kimi Antonelli by 0.213 seconds. Hamilton, a nine-time winner at Silverstone, also led Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc by 0.599s. The session highlighted Hamilton's resurgence after a period of self-doubt, with Sky Sports F1 analyst Anthony Davidson noting his renewed confidence. Hamilton was also quickest on hard tires, suggesting genuine pace for the weekend. George Russell was 0.678s behind, while McLaren and Red Bull struggled, with Oscar Piastri spinning and finishing fifth, Max Verstappen sixth, and Lando Norris seventh. The Sprint weekend continues with Sprint Qualifying on Friday and the Sprint race on Saturday, ahead of Sunday's main Grand Prix.
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