Leclerc Tops Red-Flagged Final Practice British GP Silverstone

Charles Leclerc led Ferrari to a strong showing in the final practice session for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, setting the fastest time and edging out McLaren's championship leader Oscar Piastri and Red Bull's Max Verstappen by narrow margins. The session was marked by two red flags caused by crashes involving rookies Gabriel Bortoleto and Oliver Bearman, which disrupted attempts to improve lap times, notably affecting Lewis Hamilton who was on course to challenge for the top time before the final red flag. Hamilton, racing for Ferrari at his home Grand Prix, finished 11th despite earlier sector times suggesting a competitive lap, while his teammate Leclerc demonstrated Ferrari's genuine pace advantage over rivals. McLaren drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, along with Red Bull's Verstappen, remained closely competitive, indicating a tight battle for pole position. Cooler and overcast conditions contrasted with Friday's warmer weather, impacting car performance and track dynamics. Qualifying later in the afternoon is expected to deliver an intense fight for pole, continuing the momentum from this closely contested practice session.