The 2026 Formula 1 British Grand Prix has been a memorable moment for Ferrari, as Charles Leclerc achieved the 250th victory of the legendary team at Silverstone. After starting from second place, Leclerc overtook poleman Kimi Antonelli and, following an impeccable strategy during pit stops, he crossed the finish line in first place, despite safety car conditions in the final stretch.
Ferrari’s president, John Elkann, was delighted with this historic milestone, noting that this victory at Silverstone evokes Ferrari’s first win in 1951 with José Froilán González. Elkann stated, “this is 250 victories for Ferrari, and the first one was right here at Silverstone.” Highlighting the importance of teamwork, he added, “when everyone at Ferrari works together, great things can be achieved.”
Leclerc, who is currently fourth in the drivers’ standings with 108 points, shared his excitement after the race, describing the victory as “incredible.” Explaining that the past weeks had been challenging, he acknowledged that he had struggled to regain confidence in the car, but that this weekend he found the necessary rhythm.
Despite Leclerc’s victory, Antonelli continues to lead the standings with 179 points, followed by George Russell with 154 and Lewis Hamilton with 147. Thus, the competition remains intense in the championship, with Ferrari reaffirming its position as one of the most successful teams in the category.
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