Kimi Antonelli claims pole position for British Grand Prix at Silverstone
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 7:34 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Kimi Antonelli secured pole position for the British Grand Prix on July 6 at Silverstone, outperforming Lewis Hamilton and George Russell. The race is expected to draw close to 180,000 spectators, highlighting the increasing popularity of Formula 1 in the UK. Despite being a home race, Hamilton expressed concerns regarding the speed advantage of Antonelli's Mercedes after finishing second in Saturday's sprint race. The grid also features Charles Leclerc alongside Antonelli, while Lando Norris will start sixth, facing challenges with car performance. The race is set to begin shortly, with many hoping for an exciting contest.
- •Antonelli on pole, Hamilton starts third alongside Russell.
- •Sprint race saw Antonelli pass Hamilton for the win.
- •Record attendance expected for the British Grand Prix.
- •Norris acknowledges performance struggles for McLaren.
- •Hamilton emphasizes the challenge against stronger competitors.
- 7:34 PMYahoo Sports — Record crowd hoping for home win - but will Antonelli 'disappear into distance'?
- 7:32 PMBBC Sport — Record crowd hoping for home win - but will Antonelli 'disappear into distance'?
"Close to 180,000 people are expected to attend Sunday's British Grand Prix but auguries for a home win are not that good, writes Andrew Benson.
"Close to 180,000 people are expected to attend Sunday's British Grand Prix but auguries for a home win are not that good, writes Andrew Benson.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 4, 2026, 7:34 PMRecord crowd hoping for home win - but will Antonelli 'disappear into distance'?
Close to 180,000 people are expected to attend Sunday's British Grand Prix but auguries for a home win are not that good, writes Andrew Benson.
- BBC SportJul 4, 2026, 7:32 PMRecord crowd hoping for home win - but will Antonelli 'disappear into distance'?
Close to 180,000 people are expected to attend Sunday's British Grand Prix but auguries for a home win are not that good, writes Andrew Benson.
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