The British Grand Prix at Silverstone is shaping up to be an exciting race, with three Brits occupying the first three slots on the grid. George Russell managed to beat out his Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton and McLaren’s Lando Norris to secure pole position. However, world championship leader Max Verstappen is not far behind in fourth place, ready to take advantage of any opportunities that come his way. Additionally, Norris’ McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri cannot be counted out from fifth place.
The unpredictable weather conditions add an extra layer of excitement to the race, making it one of the most challenging to predict in recent times. With the possibility of rain, the stage is set for a thrilling race at the iconic Silverstone circuit.
The Sky Sports F1 team shared their predictions for the race, with each pundit selecting a different winner. Karun Chandhok believes George Russell has the edge thanks to his recent form and the suitability of the Mercedes car to the circuit. Ted Kravitz, on the other hand, predicts a victory for Max Verstappen, expecting a close battle between Russell and the Red Bull driver. Naomi Schiff puts her money on Lewis Hamilton, hoping for a sixth different winner this season. Simon Lazenby also selects Verstappen as the potential victor, highlighting the Dutch driver’s speed and determination.
Craig Slater believes Lando Norris has a strong chance of winning, citing his recent form and car speed over race distance. Nigel Chiu also picks Norris as the potential winner, emphasizing McLaren’s pace advantage over Mercedes. James Galloway predicts a successful race for Lewis Hamilton, noting the driver’s experience and success at Silverstone. Sam Johnston echoes the sentiment, selecting Norris as the likely winner due to his confidence and pace throughout the weekend.
As the British Grand Prix approaches, fans can look forward to an action-packed race with the top drivers vying for victory. The live schedule for the race day includes various events leading up to the main Grand Prix event at 3pm. Don’t miss out on the thrilling conclusion to the F1 summer triple-header at Silverstone.