British GP Preview: Facts & Stats
Sean Kelly looks back at the rich history of the British Grand Prix and Silverstone, reviewing the memorable performances and the remarkable records that have been set there throughout the years
Formula One's annual visit to Silverstone represents a return to where it all started for the world championship.
The British Grand Prix predates the inception of the championship by 24 years. The French duo of Robert Senechal and Louis Wagner took the first British GP win at Brooklands in 1926, at an average speed of less than 116km/h (72mph). Brooklands was again the host in 1927, at a time when the race was also known as the English GP.
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