Hamilton Takes Sprint Qualifying Pole at British Grand Prix
Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton topped the sprint qualifying session for the ninth round of the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship, the British Grand Prix, at Silverstone.
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Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton set the fastest time in sprint qualifying for the ninth round of the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship, the British Grand Prix. The session took place at the legendary Silverstone circuit.
The top three also included:
Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) — second place
Max Verstappen (Red Bull) — third position
The sprint race will be held on July 4 at 15:00 Baku time, and in the evening at 19:00, drivers will return to the track for qualifying for the main race.
The final race of the British Grand Prix will take place on July 5, starting at 18:00 Baku time.
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Ninth round of the Formula 1 World Championship: British Grand Prix
Sprint qualifying at Silverstone: Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) 1st, Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) 2nd, Max Verstappen (Red Bull) 3rd
Sprint race (15:00 Baku time) and main race qualifying (19:00 Baku time)
Final race of the British Grand Prix (18:00 Baku time)