The British Grand Prix is one of the oldest and most famous races in Formula 1. It started in 1950 and has been held many times since then. The race is mostly held at Silverstone Circuit in the United Kingdom. Many great drivers have won here, but one driver stands out with the most wins.

Lewis Hamilton: The King of the British Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton holds the record for the most wins at the British Grand Prix. He has won the race nine times. His victories came in the years 2008, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, and most recently in 2024. This is more than any other driver in the history of the race.

Hamilton is a British driver, so winning his home race is very special for him and his fans. His success at Silverstone has made him a legend in Formula 1.

Other Notable Winners

Before Hamilton, two other drivers had many wins at the British Grand Prix:

Jim Clark: He won the race five times during the 1960s (1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, and 1967). Clark was a two-time world champion and is still remembered as one of the best drivers ever.

Alain Prost: The French driver also won five times (1983, 1985, 1989, 1990, and 1993). Prost was known for his smooth driving style and won four world championships.

Other drivers with multiple wins include Nigel Mansell with four wins and Michael Schumacher with three wins at the British Grand Prix.

The Importance of the British Grand Prix

The Silverstone is a key race in the Formula 1 calendar. It is loved by fans because of its history and the challenging Silverstone track. The race is fast and exciting, with famous corners like Maggots, Becketts, and Abbey.

Winning Silverstone is a big achievement for any driver, especially for British drivers like Hamilton and Mansell. It shows skill, speed, and the ability to handle pressure at home.

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Claire Williams is a well-known figure in Formula 1. However, she has been out of the F1 scene for almost five years, although she is making a special return to the sport at the British Grand Prix 2025. After stepping away from the Williams F1 team in 2020, Claire will now be part of the coverage for this important race, bringing her expert knowledge and passion back to the F1 paddock.

Claire Williams: The Youngest Ever Deputy Team Principal

Claire Williams is famous for being the youngest-ever Deputy Team Principal in motorsports and for leading the Williams F1 team through some of its best years. She helped the team improve its performance and modernize its culture, focusing on technology, diversity, and strong partnerships. Under her leadership, Williams secured big sponsorship deals and improved its racing results, making the team more competitive.

Since leaving the team, Claire has stayed connected to Formula 1. She works as an ambassador for Santander, a major sponsor of Williams, and shares her insights as an analyst on the popular series Drive to Survive. Her deep experience and family history in F1 make her a respected voice in the sport.

Return To The British Grand Prix

Her Claire Williams to the British Grand Prix coverage is exciting for fans who remember her leadership and love for racing. Claire will bring a unique perspective, combining her inside knowledge of the teams and drivers with her ability to explain the sport clearly to viewers.

The British Grand Prix 2025 is one of the most famous races on the F1 calendar, held at Silverstone, where Claire started her career in the press office. Her comeback to the event feels like a full circle and a celebration of her lasting impact on the sport.

Fans can look forward to hearing Claire Williams’ expert commentary and stories during the race weekend. Her return is a reminder of her important role in Formula 1 and her ongoing commitment to the sport’s future.

Claire Williams’ presence at the British Grand Prix 2025 promises to add excitement and insight, making this year’s race even more special for F1 fans around the world.

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Baku has once again hosted an exciting Formula 1 race. The main focus this year was on the intense battle between Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri, but plenty of other action took place during the 51-lap race.

The mix of fast straight sections like Neftchilar Avenue and the tight corners of the Old City made it tough for teams to find the right setup. The ever-changing track conditions also made tire management tricky, adding to the race’s unpredictability. In the end, we saw crashes, impressive rookie performances, and bold strategies.

Off the track, the driver market for 2025 is taking shape. Adrian Newey’s expected move to Aston Martin has also created quite a stir in the paddock. Let’s dive into the highlights from Baku.

1. Baku Formula 1 Race: Piastri’s Brilliant Attack and Defense Skills

Oscar Piastri’s second Formula 1 victory could easily be one of his career best. He faced a tough challenge from Charles Leclerc, who was in top form on the tricky Baku circuit. Piastri, though, showed skills far beyond his limited time in F1.

The key moment came on lap 20 when Piastri made a bold move at Turn 1. Ignoring his engineer’s advice, he braked late and perfectly executed the pass, staying on the ideal racing line. From there, he held off 25 laps of pressure from Leclerc.

Piastri used his McLaren’s strengths in the first sector and took risks in the middle part of the track where Ferrari’s downforce advantage made things difficult. Eventually, Leclerc lost DRS, and Piastri’s tire management paid off in a race that saw heavy thermal degradation. McLaren’s boss, Andrea Stella, praised Piastri’s mental toughness, calling his performance controlled and precise.

2. Haas Enjoys Working with Rookie Bearman

Ollie Bearman has made a strong start in F1, earning points in every event he’s raced in 2024. After a one-off appearance for Ferrari in Jeddah, Bearman made his Haas debut in Baku and impressed the team.

Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu admitted the weekend wasn’t perfect but still found Bearman’s performance impressive. Despite missing out on Q3 due to minor mistakes, Bearman outqualified his more experienced teammate Nico Hulkenberg and recovered well after a crash in practice.

In the race, Bearman faced challenges but quickly integrated with his new team. He is already making a name for himself with Haas and is set to race full-time for them in 2025. His attitude and quick learning have already made him a favorite within the team.

3. F1 Penalty Points System Under Review After Magnussen Ban

Kevin Magnussen became the first F1 driver to be banned under the penalty points system due to a crash with Pierre Gasly in Monza. Many drivers, including Gasly, felt the ban was harsh, and discussions around the penalty points system have started within the F1 community.

Although a full review of the system hasn’t been initiated yet, the FIA may look into it after the season. However, even if a review happens, changes to the system may be minimal.

4. Weather Challenges in Baku Without Meteo-France

A political dispute between France and Azerbaijan affected the usual weather systems in place for the Baku race. Meteo-France, F1’s official weather partner, couldn’t attend due to travel restrictions, so teams had to rely on commercial weather services.

The FIA set up a single weather station in the pit lane, but teams had to adapt without the full support of the usual radar systems. Despite the challenges, teams managed, with some jokingly calling it “Meteo-Chance.”

5. Perez Continues to Shine in Baku

Sergio Perez once again proved his mastery of the Baku City Circuit, despite the challenges of the 2024 season. Perez has consistently performed well in Baku since the track joined the F1 calendar in 2016. He won the race in 2021 and 2023, and this year, he remained in the mix for victory.

Though Perez’s race ended in a collision with Carlos Sainz, his performance reminded everyone why he’s such a force on the streets of Baku. Despite a tough season, Perez showed he still has what it takes, especially on street circuits like this.

6. Williams’ Gamble on Colapinto Pays Off

Williams’ decision to replace Logan Sargeant with Franco Colapinto turned out to be a smart move. Colapinto, a young Argentine driver, quickly impressed in his first two races with the team, even surpassing Sargeant’s points tally.

Colapinto’s humility and excitement about entering F1 have been evident in interviews, but on the track, he’s shown he’s ready to compete with the best. His performance in Baku helped Williams move ahead of Alpine in the constructors’ standings, and the team is confident he will continue to grow.

7. F1 Teams Meet 2023 Cost Cap – Minor Breaches for Manufacturers

All 10 Formula 1 teams stayed within the 2023 cost cap, with no major breaches reported. However, both Honda and Renault faced procedural breaches in the power unit cost cap, which was introduced for the first time this year.

While these breaches are expected to lead to minor penalties, they won’t have a major impact on the teams. Red Bull’s earlier punishment for exceeding the 2021 cost cap has set a strong example, ensuring most teams stay in line during financial audits.

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Legendary car designer Adrian Newey is set to join Aston Martin’s Formula 1 team when he officially exits Red Bull in early 2025.

Newey has committed his long-term future as Managing Technical Partner to the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Tea and will begin working at the team’s Silverstone headquarters from March 2025.

In May, Red Bull announced Newey was leaving the team after almost 20 years, drawing attention from rival car makers. 

“I am thrilled to be joining the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team. I have been hugely inspired and impressed by the passion and commitment that Lawrence brings to everything he is involved with,” Newey said in a statement.

Aston Martin owner Lawrence Stroll has invested heavily in the team with the aim of becoming title winners. To that end,  Aston Martin has already recruited a plethora of senior technical figures as it builds towards 2026 and the new set of car and engine regulations: Andy Cowell as group CEO, Bob Bell as executive director and Enrico Cardile as chief technical officer to add to the established senior engineers Dan Fallows, who joined from Red Bull as technical director, ex-Mercedes aero chief Eric Blandin, who is Fallows’s deputy, engineering director Luca Furbato and performance director Tom McCullough.

“Lawrence is determined to create a world-beating team. He is the only majority team owner who is actively engaged in the sport. His commitment is demonstrated in the development of the new AMR Technology Campus and wind tunnel at Silverstone, which are not only state of the art but have a layout that creates a great environment to work in,” Newey added.

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Newey has a reputation for designing innovative and competitive cars. He has 25 world championships under his belt.  Regarded as one of the greatest F1 designers in history, the 65-year-old has been a part of the Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull teams, winning 12 drivers’ championships and 13 constructors’ crowns.

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Mercedes have officially roped in Italian driver Kimi Antonelli as George Russell’s team mate for 2025. He has stepped up from F2 to replace Lewis Hamilton who is leaving Mercedes from next season.

The Silver Arrows have been on a hunt for a driver who would race for them next season after Hamilton decided to part ways with them at the end of the season to join Ferrari.

However, on the eve of the Italian Grand Prix, and just a day after Antonelli made his FP1 debut, Mercedes confirmed that the 18-year-old would be racing for them. 

“It is an amazing feeling to be announced as a Mercedes works driver alongside George for 2025,” said Antonelli. “Reaching F1 is a dream I’ve had since I was a small boy; I want to thank the team for the support they’ve given me in my career so far and the faith they’ve shown in me. I am still learning a lot, but I feel ready for the opportunity. I will be focused on getting better and delivering the best possible results for the team.”

Antonelli has had an illustrious junior career, rapidly rising through the ranks. After clinching the ADAC and Italian F4 titles in 2022 and Formula Regional European Championship in 2023, the Mercedes junior skipped F3 and entered F2 with PREMA this season.

The Italian  has won two races and currently lies sixth in the championship. He has competed in F2 with a testing programme in old-spec F1 machinery with Mercedes.

With this signing, both drivers in Mercedes’ 2025 line-up have graduated from their junior programme – with Russell geared up for his fourth season with the Silver Arrows having joined the junior squad in 2017.

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Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff said, “Our 2025 driver line-up combines experience, talent, youth and out-and-out raw speed. We are excited about what George and Kimi bring to the team both as individual drivers, but also as a partnership.”

Antonelli had a crash in his first FP1 at Monza after just five laps, but bounced back to qualify sixth in F2 just a couple of hours later. The Italian is expected to bag another run for Mercedes in FP1 this year, with the team mulling doing it in Mexico.

Lewis Hamilton won his first race since December 2021 by outlasting Max Verstappen and Lando Norris in a thrilling wet-dry British Grand Prix.

Hamilton had just enough to fight off a late push from Verstappen’s Red Bull to win his 104th career race, his ninth at home, and set the record for most victories on a single circuit.

Verstappen, who had struggled for pace for much of the race due to two distinct periods of rain, came alive in the last circuits to capture second place behind Norris, who finished third.

Hamilton, who was driving in his final British Grand Prix for Mercedes before joining Ferrari next year, appeared to be in tears in the car as he told his team, “This means so much to me,” as they congratulated him on the radio.

“This one means a lot to us all,” his engineer, Peter Bonnington, explained. “I love you, Bono,” Hamilton said.

Toto Wolff, Mercedes team principal, described the victory as “a fairytale” for both the team and Hamilton.

Norris’ teammate Oscar Piastri, who was also in the lead fight for the opening part of the race, finished fourth ahead of Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz.

Lewis Hamilton‘s comeback with victory

Despite the bad weather, the top drivers and three leading teams put on a spectacular display in front of a crowd of 164,000 people who cheered the British drivers, particularly Hamilton, to the rafters.

Mercedes drivers George Russell and Lewis Hamilton led the early laps after the team secured the front row of the grid, while Verstappen past Norris down the outside of Turn Four on the first lap to finish third.

However, the Red Bull did not display its normal race pace, and Norris reclaimed third place on lap 15 with a pass into Stowe corner.

Piastri followed the Briton through two laps later, just as the first shower of rain began, putting the McLarens, who had chosen a higher-downforce setup than Mercedes and Red Bull, in command.

Hamilton made the first move, however, bypassing Russell into Stowe on lap 18.

A few laps later, both Mercedes drivers skidded off the track at Turn Two at the start of lap 19 as they battled for grip on the treacherous track, and Norris pounced, past Russell at Turn Four before closing up on Hamilton and passing him at Turn One on lap 20.

Piastri raced up to second behind him, and the McLarens went one-two for five laps as the track began to dry.

The lead cars went out on slick tyres for the first bout of rain, but the teams knew more was on the way, and as the rain fell heavier, Verstappen benefited from an early intermediate stop on lap 26.

Norris, Hamilton, and Russell followed him a lap later, with Piastri suffering as a result of lingering out on the slicks for another lap and losing ten seconds to the lead pack.

Verstappen moved into third place behind Norris and Hamilton, with Russell in fourth.

Four laps later, Russell was forced to withdraw his Mercedes due to a water system issue.

By lap 38, with 14 laps remaining, the track was mostly dry, and Verstappen again jumped early for a tyre change.

He and Hamilton came to a stop together, with Mercedes using soft tyres and Verstappen using hard, while Norris waited for a lap before switching to softs.

The early stop, combined with a delay in the pits for McLaren as Norris stopped past his markings, propelled Hamilton into the lead.

It set up a grandstand finale, with the three cars captured in a single camera shot on the Hangar Straight during the race’s climax.

Lewis Hamilton always appeared to have Norris under control, but it soon became evident that Verstappen was the real threat, with the Red Bull altered by the decision to move to hard tyres.

Verstappen passed Norris on lap 48 down the Hangar Straight and entered the final four laps 3.2 seconds behind Hamilton and closing close.

But Hamilton had enough to hold him off, reaching the finish line 1.4 seconds behind, before fighting back tears as he climbed out of the vehicle.

Meanwhile, Norris and Piastri were left to rue some questionable McLaren pit calls – both Norris’ stops were a lap too late, and Piastri was undone by the decision not to double-stack him behind Norris when they switched to intermediates.

And Piastri’s pace on the medium tyres after the race – he was the fastest vehicle on the track by a significant margin, gaining 10 seconds on the leaders – suggested that Norris, too, should have switched to the same compound when he made his last stop.

Behind Sainz, Hulkenberg finished sixth in a highly improved Haas, while Aston Martin’s Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso finished seventh and eighth, respectively, with Williams’ Alex Albon and RB’s Yuki Tsunoda rounding out the top ten in points.

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Max Verstappen has ranked the top five F1 drivers of all time, with one name standing out.

The 26-year-old Dutchman is becoming more and more common in these discussions as a result of his three championships and sixty grand prix victories.

But when asked lately who his own top five would be, one name that is rarely mentioned made the list.

The top five F1 drivers of all time are a hotly disputed topic. The requirements, expectations, and physicality of F1 have all altered dramatically over the last 74 years, and the sport has grown through generations over that period.

Given how difficult it is to compare drivers from different eras, it is both subjective and scholarly. In short, it’s almost impossible to answer; however, Verstappen gave it a shot.

“I know what happens because whatever I say, there will be people commenting and disagreeing. It’s a difficult question,” he told DAZN, before giving his answer.

“I will go for Michael [Schumacher], probably also Ayrton [Senna], Fernando [Alonso], Lewis [Hamilton] and [Juan Manuel] Fangio. The familiar names.”

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However, one name jumps out, no matter how familiar it may seem. Fernando Alonso is the most experienced Formula One driver of all time, and while he has always been one of the most gifted, his results have not always reflected that, having spent much of his later career with midfield teams.

He made his debut for Minardi in 2001 and will still be racing 25 years later, with his next Aston Martin deal running until at least the end of 2026.

Since 2001, he has participated in 389 Grands Prix (starting all but three) and won 32 times, the last of which was 11 years ago. However, the Red Bull driver believes that the two-time champion’s success is based on more than just winning.

“I think Fernando always shows himself as he is,” Verstappen said. “That is something I admire enormously. He has been very successful but remains passionate about racing. 

“He’s a typical, kind man, which I like. He is also very pleased when another driver performs well.

By the time the next Aston Martin agreement is completed, it will be two decades since he won the second of his two drivers’ titles. It has been nearly ten years since he won a grand prix.

His career began with a bang when he became F1’s youngest race winner at the 2003 Hungarian Grand Prix. However, despite not being widely regarded as one of the greatest five drivers in F1 history, his brilliance far outweighs her achievements in the competition.

Verstappen finds connections in his career and Alonso’s. Both reignited their home country’s love of Formula One, and both became their country’s first world champion.

“I believe he was the first Spanish Formula One driver to make the sport popular in Spain. He also became a global champion. “For me, it’s similar in the Netherlands,” the Dutchman added.

Verstappen believes parallels between his and Alonso’s careers. Both reignited their home country’s love of Formula One (F1), and both became their country’s first world champion.

“He loves racing and I love racing. He is even a little bit older than me because at his age he is still in F1. I have a lot of respect for him. I remember following him in F1 when I was still in karts. For him, I turned on the TV because I knew he was going to race well.”

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