Norris Leads British GP Practice as Record Half Million Attend

Lando Norris, the British McLaren driver, topped the second practice session at the British Grand Prix, clocking the fastest lap and outperforming Ferraris and Lewis Hamilton, who led the first session. Norris, fresh off a win in Austria, trails his McLaren teammate and championship leader Oscar Piastri by 15 points, with McLaren holding a strong lead in the constructors' standings. Lewis Hamilton, racing for the first time at his home Grand Prix in Ferrari colors, is still seeking his first podium of the season despite being a nine-time Silverstone winner. Red Bull's Max Verstappen, recovering from a poor weekend in Austria, placed fifth in the second session, with speculation ongoing about his potential move to Mercedes in 2026, amid confirmations of an exit clause in his contract. Rookie drivers like Arvid Lindblad and Liam Lawson showed promising performances, with Lindblad impressing in his debut session for Red Bull. The practice sessions highlighted strong competition among the top teams, with Ferrari yet to secure a win this season despite their pace.