Antonelli passes Hamilton to win Silverstone sprint

Kimi Antonelli secured victory in the sprint race at the British Grand Prix, overtaking Lewis Hamilton on lap eight. The race featured intense battles among several drivers, with Antonelli's strategic battery management allowing him to take the lead and extend his championship advantage over George Russell to 43 points.

Hamilton, who finished second, acknowledged the challenge of keeping Antonelli behind, especially with the windy conditions affecting performance. Lando Norris and George Russell also had notable performances, with Norris climbing to third place after a strong start, while Russell struggled to maintain his position after initially gaining ground.