Former F1 champion believes Hamilton can secure landmark 10th Silverstone win

The seven-time world champion boasts an incredible record of nine wins at Silverstone, the most recent coming in his final on-track victory with Mercedes in 2024 (excluding Spa, where he inherited the win after George Russell's disqualification). He is now once again set to play a leading role at a circuit where last year, despite a disappointing first season with Ferrari, he produced one of his strongest weekends.

Speaking to Sky Sports News ahead of the weekend, Button said Hamilton heads to Silverstone full of confidence despite the disappointing result in Austria, insisting the outcome was down to the package rather than the driver. He also argued that he outperformed Leclerc once again, highlighting the Briton's superior tyre management in the opening stint and the stronger race pace he showed compared to his teammate.

Button added that Hamilton should also benefit from the cooler conditions expected at Silverstone, while pointing to Ferrari's aerodynamic strengths as another reason for optimism. Although he described the British circuit as one that places a premium on power, he believes the car's ability to carry speed through the high-speed corners could put Hamilton in contention for victory.

Ahead of his second home race as a Ferrari driver, Hamilton reflected on what it means to compete at Silverstone, describing the British Grand Prix as one of the most special events of the season. He highlighted the circuit's unique challenge, pointing to its high-speed nature and iconic corners that demand complete commitment from both driver and car, while also praising the atmosphere created by the home crowd, which he said makes the weekend unlike any other.

Looking at Ferrari's progress this season, Hamilton stressed that there are no instant solutions in Formula 1, explaining that success is built through continuous hard work and steady improvement. He said he has been encouraged by the dedication and collaborative spirit within the team, adding that the collective effort from everyone at Maranello gives him confidence for the future as Ferrari continue working towards greater consistency and stronger performances every race weekend.