F1 British Grand Prix LIVE: Lewis Hamilton ends lengthy drought with a record-breaking WIN at Silverstone – updates
LEWIS HAMILTON has WON the British Grand Prix - and the British mogul has made history in the process!
The F1 legend started in second place on the grid behind compatriot George Russell before racing to a thrilling win.
And as a result, Hamilton has now broken Michael Schumacher's record for most victories at Silverstone with nine.
Furthermore, it is Hamilton's first win grand prix win since 2021!
- PODIUM: Hamilton (1), Verstappen (2), Norris (3)
- TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event/F1
- Live stream: Sky Sports app/NOW
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Lap 15/52 - Lando Norris overtakes Max Verstappen!
A huge overtake from Lando Norris as he uses the slipstream to glide pass Max Verstappen.
They had quite the battle in Austria last week.
It's Britain 1, 2 and 3 at the moment!
Lando Norris hunted down Max Verstappen before overtaking him on lap 15Credit: Getty Lap 15/52 - Leclerc takes on Stroll
Zhou Guanyu is the first to pit, he changes from a soft to a medium tyre.
Charles Leclerc makes a nice overtake on Lance Stroll, and he's now free to chase his team mate Carlos Sainz in 6th.
Lap 13/52 - Russell leads, Hamilton second
These are the standings so far on lap 13.
Russell and Hamilton are in 1st and 2nd.
Max Verstappen is three seconds behind Hamilton in 3rd.
Following him is Lando Norris in 4th and Oscar Piastri in 5th.
Lap 10/52 - Russell leads
The drivers and teams right now seem to be waiting for the rain before any serious moves are made.
It is expected shortly and should last around 10 minutes say the Ferrari team.
Verstappen is not showing any signs of hoovering up the two Mercedes in front of him right now.
Verstappen is not setting the pace at Silverstone so far as he sits in thirdCredit: EPA Lap 7/52 - Russell leads
Max Verstappen's radio reports that increased rain is expected around lap 16.
You can see the rain hovering in the distance.
Lap 4/52 - Russell leads
Russell still leading, Lando Norris has been warned of a shower that could affect the race on lap 6 or so on turn 15.
George Russell is still leading after he few out of turn oneCredit: Reuters Lap 3/52 - Leclerc moves up
Charles Leclerc has moved up two three positions in the first three laps, and he now finds himself in 8th despite starting in 11th.
Lap 2/52 - Gasly OUT
Pierre Gasly is out of the Silverstone Grand Prix before it even started, he headed into the pits during the formation lap.
He did not return from them either, we are yet to be sure of what was wrong.
Lap 1/52 - Russell leads, Verstappen moves
Smooth from Mercedes into the first turn, but Max Verstappen makes a clean early overtake on Lando Norris.
Verstappen moves into third and it's one Brit down, two to go for the Dutchman.
LIGHTS OUT AT THE BRITISH GP
Here we go!
18 cars lined up on the grid as Pierre Gasly heads into the pits.
Formation lap begins
The formation lap has been completed and we are ready to go...
Starting grid at Silverstone
Here are the grid positions ahead of the British Grand Prix:
1) George Russell
2) Lewis Hamilton
3) Lando Norris
4) Max Verstappen
5) Oscar Piastri
6) Nico Hulkenberg
7) Carlos Sainz
8) Lance Stroll
9) Alex Albon
10) Fernando Alonso
11) Charles Leclerc
12) Logan Sargeant
13) Yuki Tsunoda
14) Zhou Guanyu
15) Daniel Ricciardo
16) Valtteri Bottas
17) Kevin Magnussen
18) Esteban Ocon
19) Pierre Gasly
Lewis Hamilton going for the record
History beckons for Lewis Hamilton today, as no driver has ever won NINE Grand Prix's at a single track before.
He is chasing his ninth Silverstone win today, and starts in second place behind his teammate George Russell.
If it does rain, which is expected in roughly 45 minutes time, the experience of Lewis could be really helpful.
Will Lewis make history once more today?
We've seen this script in the rain before.
We've seen Lewis Hamilton win in the rain beforeCredit: PA:Press Association Mr Bean speaks to Martin Brundle
Rowan Atkinson spoke to Martin Brundle on his infamous gridwalk, as Martin asked him what his character Mr Bean would think to all this Formula One mallarkey.
"He would love it! He was very much a car enthusiast"
Rowan Atkinson
Rowan Atkinson chatted to Martin Brundle at SilverstoneCredit: Reuters Wonderful touch from Williams
A lovely touch from the Williams team!
They are racing with the names of 1,005 team members on their car, in the colours of the British flag.
And it looks sensational!
Williams' special livery for the Silverstone GPCredit: Getty
Drivers are out
The drivers are out on the track here as the pit lane has opened up.
George Russell has reported that there is no standing water on the track but it feels slippy.
"Quite strange" he reports to the pit crew.
Brad Pitt in attendance
Starring in the new F1 film which was announced officially two days ago, Brad Pitt is here at Silverstone for the race today.
Silverstone is set to play a key part in the story but filming also took place in Hungary, Las Vegas and Abu Dhabi.
Brad Pitt arrives at Silverstone for the British Grand PrixCredit: Rex Emilia Clarke with Ferrari
Actress Emilia Clarke has been spotted meeting the Ferrari boys at Silverstone today.
She is best known for playing Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones if you don't recognise her.
Emilia Clarke has been spotted with Charles Leclerc at SilverstoneCredit: @ScuderiaFerrari - X Ouch
This 'Max Verstappen' flag at Silverstone got a chuckle out of the Dutch driver.
A flag spotted at Silverstone poking fun at Max Verstappen Nico Rosberg's prediction
Former Lewis Hamilton partner Nico Rosberg has revealed who he is backing to win the Silverstone Grand Prix today
"I'm going to go for... Lewis Hamilton today!"
Bringing it home?
These were the scenes yesterday as George Russell and Lewis Hamilton celebrated Trent Alexander-Arnold's winning penalty for England against Switzerland.
The three British lads at the front will be excited to try and replicate the success of the Three Lions yesterday.
George Russell gives us insight
An all British front three with incredible talent and all desperate to be the star man.
No we are not talking about Foden, Saka and Kane, it's Russell, Hamilton, and Norris.
Having George and Lewis at the front of the pack presents an interesting challenge to the three Brits.
Of course the two Mercedes drivers will want their team to bring it home, but they will push each other all the way to finish 1st on an individual level too.
Will they have learnt from the days of Lewis and Nico?
"Teamwork makes the dream work"
George RussellRain rain go away
Come again another day...
The sun is beaming down on Silverstone right now, despite chucking it down just a few hours ago.
Lewis Hamilton and George Russell are both optimistic that the sun will stay out for the race:
"We've got the best of British weather"
Lewis Hamilton
The sun is shining at SilverstoneCredit: Getty Good afternoon and WELCOME to Silverstone!
Afternoon ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Silverstone for the Formula One British Grand Prix!
George Russell starts on pole with two more Brits behind him in Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris in 2nd and 3rd respectively.
Max Verstappen will no doubt be out to catch those three in 4th after another fantastic start to the campaign, which should make this a thrilling one.
It's going to be a cracker, so stay with us for comprehensive coverage!
George Russell starts on pole at SilverstoneCredit: Getty