P1racenews AI automatic summary:
There was only ever going to be one storyline dominating Thursday at the British Grand Prix, and while it involved two drivers, the rest of the grid was always going to be dragged into the debate. …
The main storyline dominating Thursday at the British Grand Prix involved the battle between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris, which drew in the entire grid. Despite initial strong comments, both Verstappen and Norris defused any animosity between them, focused on their relationship. The incidents in Austria were debated among drivers, with some feeling it was blown out of proportion. Many drivers, including Alex Albon and Daniel Ricciardo, viewed the incidents as part of hard racing for victory, with potential impact on relationships. The consensus was that drivers fighting for wins would naturally push the limits, with potential for future similar incidents.