July 07, (THEWILL) – Lewis Hamilton won the British Grand Prix on Sunday, ending a 945-day drought without a Formula One victory. The Mercedes driver’s last win was in Saudi Arabia on December 5. This marks Hamilton’s ninth win at Silverstone, extending his record at his home race.
The seven-time world champion finished 1.4 seconds ahead of Red Bull’s Max Verstappen. McLaren’s Lando Norris took third place, completing the podium. Hamilton’s teammate George Russell, who started from pole position, had to retire due to a suspected water system problem.
This victory is Hamilton’s 104th in Formula One, further extending his all-time record. The 39-year-old British driver showed he still has the speed and skill to compete at the highest level, despite recent struggles.
Verstappen, the current world champion, extended his overall lead in the 2024 championship standings despite finishing second. The Dutch driver continues to dominate the season, with Hamilton’s win providing a rare interruption to Red Bull’s success.
The race at Silverstone drew a large crowd, with British fans cheering on their home favourite. Hamilton’s win has reignited interest in the championship battle, although Verstappen remains the clear favourite for the 2024 title.
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