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F1 practice LIVE: British Grand Prix 2026 UK time, start time, grid, radio & updates

Lewis Hamilton takes pole for the British Grand Prix sprint race at Silverstone, outpacing Kimi Antonelli during the opening practice session.

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The brief

Lewis Hamilton secured pole position for the upcoming sprint race at the 2026 British Grand Prix. He achieved the fastest time in the weekend's sole practice session, finishing ahead of Kimi Antonelli.

Coverage from Formula 1, Autosport, the BBC, and The New York Times confirms that the sprint qualifying session follows the initial practice runs. News outlets are providing live commentary, timing updates, and scheduling information for spectators.

Attention now shifts to the sprint qualifying results and the subsequent race schedule. Coverage does not yet specify the outcomes of the sprint race or the final grid positions for the main Grand Prix.

Synthesized by PULSE from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 44d ago.

Quick answers

Who secured pole for the sprint race?

Lewis Hamilton took the pole position.

Where is the 2026 British Grand Prix taking place?

The event is being held at Silverstone.

What is the next phase of the event?

Following the practice session, the weekend schedule moves into sprint qualifying.

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F1 British Grand Prix Lewis Hamilton Kimi Antonelli Silverstone

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