P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Mercedes took to the Silverstone circuit like a duck to water during a third and final practice session for the Formula 1 British Grand Prix interrupted by rain with George Russell leading Lewis Hamilton in a one-two for the Brackley-based team. Russell set the benchmark at 1:37.529s on intermediate tyres, just 0.035s ahead of Hamilton’s […]
Russell set the benchmark at 1:37.529s on intermediate tyres, just 0.035s ahead of Hamilton’s best effort. The final practice session took place under Silverstone’s typical overcast skies, not too long after significant morning rain saw the FIA Formula 3 Sprint postponed to Saturday evening. Conditions around the rest of the 3.66-mile circuit varied and the risk of another bout of rain loomed large. Lando Norris and McLaren emerged as the early weekend pacesetters, but the mixed conditions presented on Saturday morning set up a potential shuffle of the competitive order. The field navigated Silverstone’s wet twists and turns cautiously, with Ricciardo’s actions raising concerns prompting an investigation post-session. Despite challenges, the Mercedes duo secured a one-two finish, with Norris closely behind in wet conditions at Silverstone. Ferrari’s Sainz and Verstappen completed the top five as they dealt with the slippery track.
