Celebrating British Winners at the Silverstone Grand Prix
As Formula 1 ® returns to its spiritual home this weekend, the atmosphere at Silverstone Circuit is always absolutely electric. From the very first Formula 1 ® World Championship Grand Prix held here in 1950, British drivers have etched their names into the history books of Silverstone. Let's take a look at some of the iconic British drivers who have tasted victory at this revered circuit. Peter Collins (1958) While the legendary Stirling Moss was the first British driver to win the British Grand Prix (at Aintree in 1955), we had to wait until 1958 for a home victory at Silverstone itself. That honour fell to Peter Collins , driving for Ferrari. Jim Clark (1963, 1965, 1967) The 1960s belonged, in many ways, to Jim Clark . This Scottish Legend, known for his silky-smooth driving style and raw talent, dominated the British Grand Prix scene. He secured three of his five British GP victories at Silverstone, showcasing a sublime connection with his Lotus machinery, and he is ...
