Reigning World Champion Lewis Hamilton says Formula 1 can’t turn its back on Silverstone and believes there is the capacity for two events in Britain. The current deal between Liberty Media and the British Grand Prix expires at the end of 2019, though it is understood that a new contract is set to be reached. Formula 1’s inaugural race took place at Silverstone in 1950, with the circuit having been a mainstay on the schedule since 1987. “There are some really awesome circuits and Silverstone is one of those,” said Hamilton. “The UK is really amongst the foundation of what this sport is and if you start taking away the legendary races and it’s all just...
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