Lewis Hamilton believes Formula 1 cannot afford to turn its back on Silverstone and potentially lose the British Grand Prix altogether from the calendar. This year’s British Grand Prix is the last one to be hosted at Silverstone under its current deal, after the circuit’s owners triggered a break clause in their contract in 2017. F1 sporting boss Ross Brawn insisted earlier this year that the championship is determined to keep the race on the calendar beyond this season, though Britain’s event remains one of five races - along with Spain, Germany, Italy and Mexico - with an uncertain future. “There are some really awesome circuits and Silverstone is one of those,” Hamilton said....
Full Story »