BREAKING:FIA confirms F1 star Disqualification Wa…see more
The FIA has taken decisive action ahead of today’s British Grand Prix at Silverstone following the dramatic events at the Austrian GP. Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli has been hit with a three-place grid penalty—an outcome of his collision with Max Verstappen on lap 1 in Austria. The stewards ruled that Antonelli was “fully at fault” after locking up his rear brakes into Turn 3, leading to both drivers retiring . He also picked up two penalty points on his licence, which he’ll carry into Silverstone .
This grid drop could impede Antonelli’s momentum, especially if he qualifies near the front. Even a pole position would see him start no higher than P4—a major blow for his weekend ambitions .
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⛈️ Weather risk at Silverstone
Stormy weather is once again a threat. A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms remains in place, with heavy rain already impacting the circuit . While earlier F4–F2 sessions escaped disruption, there’s concern that today’s F1 race could be affected, as lightning and standing water may compromise safety and race strategy .
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Polesitter line‑up
Max Verstappen claimed pole position in qualifying with a lap of 1:24.892, his fourth pole of the season, holding off McLaren pair Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris . Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc stormed into sixth but vented his frustration with a radio outburst—now protected from fines under revised FIA team‑radio profanity rules .
Verstappen’s strong qualifying performance is a statement of intent, but with McLaren’s race pace looking sharp—especially in wet conditions—the battle at the front promises to be intense.
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⚠️ Disqualification warning
The FIA is keeping a close eye on conduct this weekend. Antonelli’s penalty underscores that grid drops for collisions are still very much on the table. Additionally, teams are warned that disqualification remains the ultimate sanction for serious safety or technical violations—especially under adverse conditions  .
This sets the stage for a high-stakes Silverstone showdown—weather, penalties, and fierce competition all in play. Stay tuned!
