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Adele, Hugh Grant Among Stars at Record-Breaking British Grand Prix
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Adele, Hugh Grant Among Stars at Record-Breaking British Grand Prix

From La Naciรณn · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The British Grand Prix at Silverstone attracted a host of celebrities, including Adele and Hugh Grant.
  • Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen commented on the need for drivers not to appear like "children or clowns" during events.
  • The event saw a record attendance of 564,000 spectators over the weekend.

The British Grand Prix at Silverstone was a star-studded affair, drawing a significant number of celebrities alongside the high-octane racing. Among the notable attendees were British singer Adele and actor Hugh Grant, who managed to attend after a whirlwind trip from New York where he was present at Taylor Swift's concert.

Formula 1 drivers also participated in pre-race festivities, including a parade in miniature cars built from Lego pieces. Max Verstappen, a prominent driver, remarked on the importance of maintaining a professional image, stating, "We shouldn't look like children or clowns." Despite his comments, he was seen enjoying the Lego car parade.

The event also highlighted local and international figures showing support for their respective nations and teams. Argentine driver Franco Colapinto was seen with his traditional mate, ready for the Grand Prix. Mexican driver Checo Pรฉrez proudly wore his national team's jersey ahead of Mexico's football match against England. Tennis legend Billie Jean King was also present, as the Silverstone race coincided with the Wimbledon season.

Other personalities included Alexandra Leclerc, wife of driver Charles Leclerc, accompanied by their dog Leo, and model Francisca "Kika" Cerqueira Gomes, who shared her Burberry look on social media. Lewis Hamilton celebrated a podium finish on his home circuit, securing his second consecutive podium of the season. Queen guitarist Brian May was also spotted supporting the Ferrari team. The Grand Prix achieved a record attendance of 564,000 spectators throughout the weekend, underscoring its popularity.

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Originally published by La Naciรณn in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.