Silverstone honors George Russell with a new named grandstand
ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 4:23 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Silverstone circuit management has officially named a grandstand after Formula 1 driver George Russell. The decision follows a competitive on-track exchange between George Russell and Lando Norris at the venue. The acknowledgement serves as a formal recognition of the driver's recent involvement at the historic racing circuit. This naming ceremony brings additional profile to the Silverstone grandstands during the current F1 season. The circuit has not indicated any further adjustments to the remaining track facilities at this time. George Russell continues his racing commitments as the season progresses.
- •Silverstone named a grandstand in honor of George Russell
- •The decision follows an on-track encounter with Lando Norris
- •The naming reflects George Russell's presence at the circuit
- •The circuit remains an active site for the 2026 F1 season
- 5:12 PMESPN F1 — Silverstone name grandstand after George Russell
"George Russell has got his wish after his grandstand joust with Lando Norris at Silverstone.
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