General · 5 July 2026
British Grand Prix expects record 565,000 fans this weekend
Silverstone, the venue for the British Grand Prix, anticipates a record attendance of 565,000 spectators across the entire event, marking an approximate rise of 65,000 compared to the previous year. Fans have travelled from across the globe, including Mexico and Argentina, to experience the event's atmosphere and rich racing heritage. Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes secured pole position for the race, which is scheduled to commence at 3 PM BST.
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