2010 Formula One Santander British Grand Prix

Circuit Key

About British


A 60 lap race, the British Grand Prix is a punishing 191 mile endurance test. The blend of high and slow speed corners, connected by three long straights, creates an uncompromisingly fast circuit, one that inevitably rewards engine power but one which also demands a delicately balanced set-up to cope with the high speed directional changes. Aerodynamic efficiency and harder compound tyres will therefore be crucial to sustain pace and position through the faster corners, such as Copse, but also through the slower corners, particularly into the Complex at the end of the lap.


Not only are the drivers presented with one of the most technically demanding circuits, they are also forced to contend with the unpredictable weather conditions common to Silverstone’s notorious micro-climate. Prevailing winds are often a concern at the old airfield and can affect the car’s drivability, so must be carefully considered in the set-up process. Silverstone may only provide a few overtaking opportunities, principally at Vale and Abbey, but the capacity crowd can still expect some thrilling racing action on Sunday afternoon. 

News From British

12 Jul

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British GP Review

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More progress this weekend at the team's home race as both drivers score points...

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11 Jul

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British GP Race

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The team enjoyed their first double points-paying race of the season today in front of a home crowd at the British Grand Prix...

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10 Jul

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British GP Qualifying

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Rubens managed another top ten entry today while Nico's afternoon was blighted by traffic...

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09 Jul

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British GP Practice

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A positive session for the team at Silverstone today as the upgrades all perform as expected...

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British GP Preview

06 July 2010

British

11 July 2010

Silverstone Circuit

  • Number of laps 52
  • Circuit Length 5.141 km/3.194 miles
  • Race Length 267.332 km/166.088 miles
  • Race Start 1:00pm
  • WF1 Race Wins 10
  • WF1 Poles 12
  • WF1 Fastest Laps 10
  • WF1 Entries 32
  • 2009 Fastest Lap S Vettel, Red Bull Racing
  • 2009 Pole Sitter S Vettel, Red Bull Racing
  • 2009 Race Winner S Vettel, Red Bull Racing
  • 2009 Williams Result NR Q7 / R5 KN Q5 / R11