The iconic British Grand Prix is just around the corner, taking place on July 7, 2024, at the legendary Silverstone Circuit. Dive into the full race weekend schedule, weather forecast, and the latest Formula 1 news leading up to this prestigious event.
Author: Lachlan Umbrafang
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In a major Formula 1 news development, Ferrari has officially confirmed the departure of its chassis technical director, Enrico Cardile, who will be joining the Aston Martin team. This significant move shakes up the technical landscape of the sport, with both Ferrari and Aston Martin facing new challenges and opportunities.
In a significant development, the FIA has admitted that it made an error in not issuing a black-and-white warning flag to Max Verstappen during the Austrian Grand Prix. This acknowledgment comes after the governing body’s internal review concluded that Verstappen’s actions violated the FIA’s Driving Standards Guidelines and could have prevented a late-race collision with Lando Norris.
IndyCar is set to introduce its groundbreaking electrical hybrid system this weekend, marking a significant milestone in its electrification journey. However, series president Jay Frye has made it clear that IndyCar has no plans to transition to a full electric vehicle (EV) route in the foreseeable future, opting to focus on perfecting its hybrid program.
Mercedes’ George Russell claimed a hard-fought pole position for the British Grand Prix, overcoming a challenging qualifying session to pip teammate Lewis Hamilton to the top spot at Silverstone. The British driver’s W15 came alive in Q3, setting the stage for a competitive race with rain forecast for Sunday.
McLaren CEO Zak Brown has expressed his disappointment with Red Bull’s alleged encouragement of an aggressive driving style in Formula 1, following the collision between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris at the Austrian Grand Prix. Brown believes that teams have a responsibility to guide their drivers on acceptable on-track behavior, and that the FIA should improve its stewarding system to ensure greater consistency and enforcement of regulations.
Following a disappointing performance since their Monaco Grand Prix win, the Ferrari Formula 1 team is pinning its hopes on the British Grand Prix’s free practice sessions to unravel the mystery behind its upgrades not translating into performance gains. With the Austrian Grand Prix being a sprint weekend, Ferrari is eager to utilize the traditional format of the British Grand Prix to conduct back-to-back tests between the two cars.
In a surprising turn of events, Ford has revealed that its return to Formula 1 with Red Bull Racing was initiated by an unexpected email sent to team principal Christian Horner. This partnership, solidified in just 12 weeks, could set a new blueprint for manufacturer involvement in the sport.
As the Formula 1 world gears up for the British Grand Prix, 1996 world champion Damon Hill has praised Lando Norris for silencing his critics with a maiden F1 victory in Miami. The McLaren driver showcased his consistent form in recent races, and Hill believes Norris has the talent to mount a serious title challenge, provided he has a car capable of competing with the top teams.
In a significant move, WEC driver Juraj Varga has joined the Polaris RZR Pro R SSV racing program, marking a new chapter in his illustrious career. This transition comes after the Quad category’s removal from the 2025 Dakar Rally, driving many top Quad racers like Varga to explore new opportunities in the thrilling world of Side-by-Side Vehicle (SSV) racing.