If you are a Formula One fan, there has never been a better time to be a British F1 fan than for Lewis Hamilton, Russell, and Lando Norris. These three racers are presently considered the best British drivers on the grid but Super Maxx, the Defence minister of Mexico along with the Ferrari drivers will come at full pace at Silverstone. The British Grand Prix is a highly regarded Formula 1 race on the F1 calendar. In 1950, the race was incorporated into the Formula One World Championship. The Silverstone Circuit is one of the famous circuits where the first F1 race was held in 1950. The British Grand Prix attracts a massive crowd each year. Let’s know more about the British Grand Prix 2024, Dates, Sponsors, Concert & Winners, etc. Also Read: Formula 1 Team Principal Shake-Up Ahead Of The 2024 Season
British Grand Prix 2024: Circuit
The 2024 British Grand Prix will take place on July 9, 2024, at the iconic circuit Silverstone. The Silverstone Circuit has a fast-flowing layout that thrills both drivers and spectators. The track immerses participants in an adrenaline-fueled experience with its sweeping corners and high-speed straights. It has a circuit length of 5.891 km while the race distance covered by the drivers is 306.198 km. The race consists of a total of 52 laps. Lewis Hamilton has won the most British Grand Prix races than any other driver on the grid.
Date, Time, Practice & Qualifying Session
The weekend will follow the usual pattern, with two free practice sessions and a Qualifying race on Saturday followed by the main race on Sunday.
SESSION | IST |
Free Practice (FP1) | 8:30-9:30 pm |
Free Practice (FP2) | 4:00- 5:00 pm |
Free Practice (FP3) | 7:30- 8:30 pm |
Qualifying | 7:30 pm |
Main Race | 19:30 pm |
British Grand Prix 2024: Concert
Despite hosting the F1 race for more than decades Silverstone also hosts a four days live music concert as part of the Formula 1 British Grand Prix season 2024. Jamie Scott, the Grammy-nominated songwriter appointed as Silverstone’s director of Arts and Music last year, will curate this year’s music trajectory. This year’s music concert will be completely different from the last year’s. Fans will be ecstatic because world-renowned singer Calvin Harris, along with Cat Burns and Jess Glynne, will perform again. Also Read: F1 vs f2 vs F3 | What is Formula-Racing? | Difference between Formula One, Formula Two, and Formula Three Racing
British Grand Prix 2024: Sponsors
This weekend’s British Grand Prix will be memorable for fans. The first will be a music concert, and the second will be a race sponsorship. The British Grand Prix is sponsored by a well-known non-profit organization with a connection to South Shropshire.
British Grand Prix Winners
The Spanish driver Carlos Sainz Jr. was the driver to win the race with Ferrari last year. The 2022 British Grand Prix, was also his first-ever Grand Prix win. Defending World champion Max Verstappen got himself out of the race due to heavy damage to the car at Turn 10. The British Grand Prix was the race that showcase the real potential of Carlos Sainz and provide that he got some serious skills to win the race. Moreover, how can we forget about the best moment in the last year’s race of “Through Goes Hamilton” which took the entire world including British Fans all over. Also Read: 5 Best Indian F1 drivers Of All Time
Past 5 Winners Of British Grand Prix
YEAR | DRIVER | TEAM |
2022 | Carlos Sainz Jr. | Ferrari |
2021 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes Petronas |
2020 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes Petronas |
2019 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes Petronas |
2018 | Sebastian Vetteal | Ferrari |
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