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Russell roars to British GP pole as Hamilton and Norris make F1 history
George Russell secured pole position for the British Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris following closely behind in the top three. This marks the first time since 1968 that three Britons have dominated the top grid spots in Formula 1. Russell’s impressive performance also broke Mercedes’ record for front-row lockouts. Notably, this was the first time since 1996 that a British driver other than Hamilton claimed pole position at Silverstone. The qualifying sessions were tense, with Russell ultimately outpacing his competitors to secure his second pole of the season. Despite challenges and surprises throughout the races, including notable eliminations like Charles Leclerc, the spirits are high as the British Grand Prix unfolds with exciting prospects for fans.
