Overview
- Roughly 500,000 fans are expected over four days, surpassing last year’s 480,000 and marking F1’s 75th anniversary since the inaugural 1950 race.
- McLaren teammates Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris arrive at the midpoint of the season tied in wins but separated by 15 championship points as the title fight intensifies.
- Haas rookie Oliver Bearman will contest his first official home grand prix while his brother competes in the non-points Formula 4 support round.
- Cooler air and lower track temperatures, coupled with variable wind conditions indicated by circuit flags, could shift tyre strategy and favour Mercedes and George Russell.
- Several teams, including McLaren and Williams, have unveiled special liveries to honor Silverstone’s heritage and Britain’s motorsport community.