Hamilton Tops Silverstone Practice, Edging Out Antonelli

Lewis Hamilton delivered an impressive performance in the only practice session before the British Grand Prix sprint, clocking the fastest lap at Silverstone. The seven-time world champion recorded a 1m29.260s on soft tyres, securing the top spot.

Championship leader Kimi Antonelli, now driving for Mercedes, had led much of the session but finished 0.213 seconds behind Hamilton. The session was marked by intense competition and continuous action from the outset.

This practice sets the tone for what promises to be a thrilling sprint race, with Hamilton demonstrating strong pace against his main rivals. Both drivers showed competitive form, highlighting the close battle expected during the weekend.