Teams assess tyre strategies ahead of British Grand Prix at Silverstone
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 8:02 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Ahead of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, teams are evaluating various pit stop and tyre strategies for race day. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli secured pole position, with Charles Leclerc joining him on the front row. This follows a day of anticipation, as no clear frontrunner emerged for the pole. Lewis Hamilton and George Russell will start from the second row, surprising spectators eager for a strong showing from the home favorites.
- •Kimi Antonelli took pole position for the British Grand Prix.
- •Charles Leclerc starts alongside Antonelli on the front row.
- •Lewis Hamilton and George Russell are positioned on the second row.
- •Teams are exploring various pit stop and tyre options.
- •No clear frontrunner emerged prior to qualifying.
"Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day at Silverstone.
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