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    Jul 08, 2021 1 minute

    FINISHING STRAIGHT

    F1 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 10

    THE MAIN EVENT

    Formula 1 returns to Silverstone, venue of the first world championship grand prix in May 1950. Not only that, it’s highly likely (though still subject to final confirmation went to press) that 140,000 fans will be allowed to attend. Good news indeed, for the circuit is famed for its race day atmosphere. High top speeds and open corners place the onus on trading off drag against downforce. Those high-speed corners make this one of the toughest circuits on tyres – note the chaotic scenes here last year. It’s no surprise Pirelli has allocated its hardest compounds and will no doubt be scrutinising the data nervously, keen to avoid a repeat of the race winner crossing the line on three wheels…

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