F1 British Grand Prix preview: Previous winners, fastest lap, track layout, history and more

Known as one of the most famous tracks in Formula One history, Silverstone will play host to the 2023 British Grand Prix this weekend.

With over 120,000 spectators expected to be in attendance once again, the UK date on the F1 calendar remains one of the most prestigious and, over the years, has delivered some of the most memorable races in the sport.

From the high-speed turns of Stowe, Abbey and Copse to the technically challenging Brooklands and Luffield, few circuits in the world push drivers more to their limits.

From circuit stats to previous results, The Sporting News tells you everything you need to know about the British Grand Prix and its illustrious history.

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Silverstone circuit facts and layout

• First Grand Prix hosted: 1950
• Numbers of laps: 52
• Circuit length: 5.891km
• Total race distance: 306.198km

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Interesting facts about the British Grand Prix

• Silverstone hosted the first ever Formula One race all the way back in 1950, kicking off the sport's inaugural season in style.
   
• On the 2023 calendar, the British Grand Prix is the third-longest lap of any race.
    
• Around 120,000 fans attend the British Grand Prix at Silverstone every year. It's one of the sport's most popular events.
   
• For three consecutive years back in 1963, 1964 and 1965, the British Grand Prix podium was filled by the same three British drivers: Jim Clark, Graham Hill, and John Surtees.

List of previous winners of the British Grand Prix

Below is a full list of winners at the British Grand Prix from when the race has been a regular part of the Formula One calendar.

Who holds the fastest lap record at the British Grand Prix?

Max Verstappen — 1:27.097 (2020)

Back in 2020, two-time world champion Max Verstappen set the fastest lap ever recorded at the British Grand Prix when he pumped in a 1:27.097 en route to a second-place finish behind rival Lewis Hamilton.