Key statistics
- First Grand Prix – 1950
- Track Length – 5.891km
- Lap record – 1m 27.097s, Max Verstappen, Red Bull, 2020
- Most pole positions – Lewis Hamilton (7)
- Most wins – Lewis Hamilton (8)
- Trivia – Silverstone was the first Grand Prix, hosting the inaugural Formula 1 World Championship round on May 13, 1950
- Pole run to Turn 1 braking point – 239 metres
- Overtakes completed in 2022 – 70
- Safety Car probability – 89%*
- Virtual Safety Car probability – 22%*
- Pit stop time loss – 19.92 seconds
Silverstone is highly favored by drivers, boasting fast, flowing sequences and some of the world’s best corners. Copse, Maggots, and Becketts are where drivers experience G-forces uncommon in Formula 1. Despite the run-off, Copse presents a significant challenge; the high speeds mean any mishap spells trouble. The directional change through Maggots and Becketts provides an exhilarating experience. Slowing down in the final section is crucial for a good exit onto the Hangar Straight, requiring a smooth rhythm through the sweeping sections. However, this strains the front-left tire, leading to past issues.Abbey is flat-out but can be tricky when following another car, and overtaking is feasible at the new loop – Turn 3 and Turn 6. The toughest corner, Brooklands, features a substantial braking zone where drivers can easily lock a wheel. It’s a prime overtaking spot but also prone to small errors.
Ferrari boasts the highest number of wins at Silverstone, holding 15 victories. Cars powered by Ferrari engines also top the list with the same number of wins.
Ferrari’s dominance is further highlighted by their record of consecutive team wins at the track. They triumphed in every British Grand Prix held at Silverstone from 1951 to 1958, totaling six consecutive victories.
At Silverstone, there have been 12 instances where a team achieved a 1-2 finish. Ferrari leads with four such finishes, the most at this circuit, while Mercedes achieved the most recent 1-2 finish in 2019.
Regarding podium finishes, Ferrari stands unmatched with 47 top-three finishes at Silverstone, more than any other team, with McLaren trailing with 28.
In terms of qualifying, Ferrari set a new benchmark for pole positions at Silverstone in 2022, reaching a total of 12, surpassing Williams’ previous record.
Nigel Mansell and Lewis Hamilton each hold the record for the most fastest laps at Silverstone, with six each. Ferrari leads the tally for the fastest laps set by a team, with a total of 18, which is twice as many as any other team.
Historically, the winner of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone has often gone on to claim the championship title in the same year, with this occurring 27 times. Furthermore, the polesitter at Silverstone has won the title in the same season on 23 occasions.
The championship leader following the British Grand Prix at Silverstone has clinched the season title 43 times out of the 57 years the race has been hosted at the venue, including every year since 2019. Altogether, 60 drivers have taken the lead at Silverstone. Nelson Piquet stands out with a record for leading the most laps without clinching a victory at the circuit, having commanded the race for 67 laps.
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