Silverstone confirmed that the British Grand Prix will be the first circuit to trial Formula 1's new sprint qualifying format in July. Earlier this week that teams and bosses had agreed unanimously to debut a new points-scoring qualifying race at three grands prix, yet to be confirmed, this season. 'We are incredibly excited that Silverstone fans will be the first to experience the Formula 1 sprint qualifying format at this year´s British Grand Prix,' said the circuit's managing director Stuart Pringle in a statement. 'The Friday and Saturday crowds at Silverstone are arguably the largest on the F1 calendar and, following the live events drought of 2020, this year will be no exception,'...
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