Carlos Sainz wins thrilling British Grand Prix from Sergio Perez and Lewis Hamilton at Silverstone

Carlos Sainz secured victory in a drama-filled British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The Ferrari driver started on pole, but looked short of pace and was passed by championship leader Max Verstappen early in the race.

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A safety car tipped the balance back in favour of Ferrari, and Sainz jumped team-mate Charles Leclerc and raced away for his first victory in Formula One. As Sainz raced away, Sergio Perez took second — with Lewis Hamilton thrilling the home crowd with a podium finish in his Mercedes.