Why did Piastri get a 10-second penalty in Silverstone?

Why did Piastri get a 10-second penalty in Silverstone?

Oscar Piastri’s 10-second penalty for a safety car infringement arguably cost the Australian the win around Silverstone. So why exactly did he receive such a harsh penalty for the incident?
Jul 6, 20251 week ago
Carlos Sainz (ESP) Atlassian Williams Racing FW47. 05.07.2025. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd 12, British Grand Prix, Silverstone, England, Qualifying Day.

Balancing unpredictable weather and tyre wear: Strategic options for the British Grand Prix

Verstappen on pole, two McLarens behind and a midfield separated by just over seven tenths on long run pace – we’re set for the British Grand Prix, but what strategic options do the teams have?
Jul 6, 20252 weeks ago
NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JULY 05: Pole position qualifier Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing celebrates in parc ferme during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Great Britain at Silverstone Circuit on July 05, 2025 in Northampton, England. (Photo by Andy Hone/LAT Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202507050460 // Usage for editorial use only //

Verstappen’s single lap advantage extends to long runs: Race pace analysis ahead of the British Grand Prix

Max Verstappen will start the British Grand Prix from pole, armed with the fastest race pace over FP2’s simulations. So what does it mean for McLaren?
Jul 6, 20252 weeks ago
NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JULY 04: Lando Norris of Great Britain driving the (4) McLaren MCL39 Mercedes on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Great Britain at Silverstone Circuit on July 04, 2025 in Northampton, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

New floors for McLaren and Red Bull: Upgrades rundown

This weekend marks the halfway point of the championship and McLaren and Red Bull have gone even with their upgrades as one looks to keep a lead and the other looks to chip away at it…
Jul 4, 20252 weeks ago
Back to where it all began: Technical preview for the British Grand Prix

Back to where it all began: Technical preview for the British Grand Prix

Pirelli move the tyres softer, potential rain on race day, and a highly technical driver’s track – let’s preview the British Grand Prix.
Jul 3, 20252 weeks ago