F1 heads to Silverstone for British Grand Prix Sprint weekend
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 5:14 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026

The British Grand Prix Sprint weekend takes place at Silverstone from July 5, 2026. The race is set for 3 p.m. local time, following a build-up featuring drivers in Lego cars. George Russell aims to cut the deficit to leader Kimi Antonelli, while nine-time winner Lewis Hamilton looks to rebound from recent struggles. Lando Norris, the 2025 winner at Silverstone, is joined by fellow Brits Oliver Bearman and Arvid Lindblad as they seek points. Weather forecasts indicate clear skies and temperatures in the mid-20s throughout the weekend.
- •Sprint weekend runs from July 5 at Silverstone.
- •Lewis Hamilton hopes to boost title hopes after recent setbacks.
- •Lando Norris won last year’s British Grand Prix.
- •Weather is expected to be clear with mid-20s temperatures.
- •Free broadcasts available on Sky Sports F1 and Sky One.
"Formula 1 heads to Silverstone for a Sprint weekend at the British Grand Prix, which will be live and free on Sky.
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