Antonelli Tightens Grip on F1 Title with Sprint Win
Kimi Antonelli has strengthened his hold on the Formula One championship after winning Saturday's sprint race at the British Grand Prix. The title leader overtook home favorite Lewis Hamilton, who started from pole position, extending his advantage over Mercedes teammate George Russell to 43 points. Hamilton now trails Antonelli by 47 points.
Despite the gap, Hamilton insists he is not focused on securing a record eighth world title. However, the seven-time champion is expected to aim for another home victory on Sunday. Hamilton holds the record for most wins at a single Grand Prix with nine victories at Silverstone.
When Is the British Grand Prix?
The 2026 British Grand Prix takes place on Sunday, July 6. The race is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM BST.
Grid Positions
Grid positions will be confirmed following qualifying on Saturday afternoon.
How to Watch the British Grand Prix
In the UK, the race will be broadcast live on Sky Sports F1, with coverage beginning at 2:00 PM BST ahead of the 3:00 PM start. Sky Sports subscribers can also stream the race live via the Sky Go app and website.
British Grand Prix Weather Forecast
Britain is experiencing a record-breaking summer heatwave. For Sunday's race, temperatures of around 25°C are expected with some cloud cover.
