Silverstone hails success of British GP

With record-breaking attendance figures on Friday (42,000) and Saturday (80,000) plus the 85,000 sellout on Sunday, managing director Richard Phillips was overjoyed with how the event went.

"I am absolutely delighted with how the last three days have gone," he said on Monday.

"Considering what we had to put up with in the weeks leading up to the event, including the torrential weather, flooded car parks and terrorist activities in London and Glasgow, I think the team and our contractors have done an amazing job and put on a fantastic event for the fans.

"We had to implement a number of contingency plans leading up to the event and, thanks to the team's experience, hard work and commitment; we have managed to succeed where others might have failed. The fans also played a huge part.

"The bigger crowds, security procedures and revised traffic systems caused minor delays, and I'd like to thank the fans once again for their co-operation and understanding."