Lewis Hamilton won the 2024 British Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire, England, on Sunday, securing his ninth victory at his home race and the 104th of his Formula One career. According to race officials, Hamilton’s win was achieved through strategic tyre management on a dry track, finishing ahead of Max Verstappen and Lando Norris.
Hamilton’s victory at Silverstone marked his first win since the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, ending a nearly three-year drought, race officials confirmed. The 12th round of the 2024 Formula One World Championship took place Sunday at Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire, England. This ninth victory at his home race also pushed his career total to 104 Formula One wins, further solidifying his place as the sport’s all-time leader in race victories.
Hamilton’s triumph extended his record for most wins at a single Grand Prix to nine, having previously won the British Grand Prix in 2008, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, and 2021, according to BBC Sport.
Mercedes teammate George Russell secured pole position for the race but retired midway due to a water leak, removing Hamilton’s primary intra-team rival and clearing the way for his win, race officials said. Russell’s early lead was notable given Mercedes’ demonstrated pace during the weekend, including Russell’s pole lap and Hamilton’s fastest time in Free Practice 1 with a 1:26.892 lap, sources confirmed. Hamilton started behind Russell on the grid but capitalized on the retirement and managed his tyres effectively on the dry track, a key factor in the closing stages of the race, according to race strategists.
Max Verstappen of Red Bull finished second, passing Lando Norris of McLaren with five laps remaining to claim the runner-up spot. Verstappen then attempted to close the gap to Hamilton but could not mount a serious overtaking maneuver before the checkered flag, race reports said. Norris held on to third place, marking a strong performance for McLaren. Hamilton’s controlled pace and tyre management under pressure from Verstappen were cited as decisive in securing the win, officials noted.
The race outcome had implications for the championship standings. Verstappen’s second-place finish extended his lead in the World Drivers’ Championship to 84 points over Norris, according to official standings. Despite Hamilton’s victory, Red Bull maintained a significant lead in the Constructors’ Championship, reflecting their overall season performance. Ferrari and McLaren remained closely contested for third place in the Constructors’ standings, separated by only seven points. Charles Leclerc of Ferrari remained third in the Drivers’ Championship with 150 points but failed to score for a second consecutive race, sources confirmed.
Hamilton’s record at Silverstone remains exceptional. He has started 19 Formula One races at the circuit, achieving 14 podium finishes and maintaining a podium rate above 70 percent, according to statistical analyses. His average finishing position at Silverstone, excluding lower-scoring years 2009 and 2012, improves to under second place, illustrating his long-term dominance at the venue. His worst finish at Silverstone was 16th in 2009, one of the few times he finished outside the points at his home race. Factoring in all British Grand Prix events at Silverstone, including the 2020 “70th Anniversary” race, Hamilton’s average finishing position is just over third place, underscoring consistent front-running form across regulatory eras and team cycles.
Media coverage highlighted the significance of Hamilton’s ninth British Grand Prix win. BBC Sport described the achievement as a “remarkable feat,” noting it as the highest number of victories by any driver at their home race and at a single circuit. Formula 1’s official channels emphasized that this win ended Hamilton’s longest winless period since his debut season. British media framed the victory as a landmark home triumph for the seven-time world champion and national sporting figure.
The 2024 British Grand Prix at Silverstone showcased Mercedes’ resurgence in performance, particularly in single-lap pace and race strategy. Hamilton’s ability to qualify near the front and maintain consistent speed at Silverstone has been a key factor in his repeated success over multiple seasons. The race weekend’s mixed conditions gave way to a dry race, where tyre strategy and management were critical, according to race officials.
Looking ahead, the championship battle continues with Verstappen holding a commanding lead. Hamilton’s victory, while not enough to place him in title contention, demonstrated Mercedes’ capacity to compete against Red Bull and McLaren on race day. The season progresses with teams preparing for upcoming rounds, where championship standings and competitive dynamics remain in flux.
