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The opening practice sessions of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone have concluded, with McLaren and Mercedes emerging as the standout performers. Lando Norris topped the timesheets in both FP1 and FP2, while Lewis Hamilton and George Russell also displayed strong form for the Silver Arrows. Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc finished fifth, but the team still has work to do to catch up with the leaders. Aston Martin, AlphaTauri, and Williams also had promising showings, setting the stage for a thrilling weekend of Formula 1 action.

Ahead of the Formula 1 British Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc has conceded that Ferrari is struggling to keep up with the top contenders, citing the team’s ongoing issues with bouncing and inability to optimize their upgraded car. Leclerc and teammate Sainz admit McLaren has set the benchmark for the weekend, as Ferrari focuses on analyzing data and making necessary adjustments to stay competitive.

Mercedes Formula 1 Team Principal Toto Wolff has confirmed discussions with Alpine regarding a potential power unit supply deal for the 2026 season, amid rumors that Alpine plans to discontinue its Viry F1 power unit operation. This development could have significant implications for the future of Formula 1’s power unit landscape.

As the dust settles on the Austrian Grand Prix collision between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris, the debate surrounding Formula 1’s racing rules continues to simmer. The FIA has been working to provide greater clarity on the rules of racing, but even its own documents acknowledge that the nature of motorsport means every incident must be judged on its own merit. The pursuit of a perfect solution will remain an ongoing challenge.

The Haas F1 team has unveiled a comprehensive seven-upgrade package for the upcoming Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, including revisions to the floor, sidepods, and other key areas of the car. This extensive upgrade aims to bolster the team’s performance and challenge the top teams in the thrilling Silverstone race.

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.