F1 practice LIVE: British Grand Prix 2026 UK time, start time, grid, radio & updates
Lewis Hamilton has secured pole position for the British Grand Prix sprint race at Silverstone, edging out Kimi Antonelli.
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The brief
Lewis Hamilton recorded the quickest time in the sole practice session and subsequently beat Kimi Antonelli to take pole for the Silverstone sprint race. Coverage indicates that sprint qualifying has concluded as the event moves toward the sprint race.
Reporting from the BBC, Formula 1, and The Race emphasizes the competitive gap between Hamilton and Antonelli. Sky Sports highlights a continuing battle between Kimi Antonelli and George Russell as a key storyline for the sprint weekend.
Upcoming events include the sprint race and further updates on the grid and radio communications, as tracked by Motorsport.com and the BBC.
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Quick answers
Who took pole for the British GP sprint race?
Lewis Hamilton took pole, beating Kimi Antonelli.
Which drivers are noted for their ongoing battle this weekend?
Sky Sports identifies a battle between Kimi Antonelli and George Russell.
How many practice sessions were held?
According to Formula 1, there was a sole practice session.
Coverage (7)
- 2026 British GP sprint qualifying results The Race · 2h ago
- British Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton beats Kimi Antonelli to pole for Silverstone sprint race BBC · 2h ago broke it first
- Hamilton quickest from Antonelli in sole British GP practice Formula 1 · 2h ago
- LIVE: F1 British Grand Prix updates - sprint qualifying coming up Motorsport.com · 2h ago
- British GP: Silverstone storylines to look out for as Kimi Antonelli vs George Russell battle continues on Sprint weekend Sky Sports · 6h ago
- F1 British GP: Friday schedule, weather forecast and how to watch Motorsport.com · 6h ago
- F1 practice LIVE: British Grand Prix 2026 UK time, start time, grid, radio & updates BBC · 6h ago broke it first
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