Even the infamous British rain couldn’t wash away the excitement at Silverstone on Sunday.
The British Grand Prix went ahead under gloomy skies and relentless downpours, but that didn’t stop the star-studded crowd—or the high-stakes drama—from making the day unforgettable.
Celebrities Show Up in Style Despite the Downpour
It was umbrellas up and heels down as celebrities descended on Silverstone to soak up the action and the atmosphere.
Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm, better known as Mel C, braved the wet weather in a check blazer as she arrived with a friend.
Her appearance came just a day after she missed Mel B’s lavish wedding at St Paul’s Cathedral in London—though Mel C did send love to the newlyweds online, saying she was “gutted” to miss it due to prior work commitments in Sweden.
Interestingly, Geri Halliwell also skipped the wedding but was spotted at Silverstone instead, attending with her children to cheer on her husband, Christian Horner, boss of Red Bull Racing.
Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty Turn Heads at the Paddock
Among the more daring fashion statements, Holly Ramsay made waves in a cropped lace top and racing-inspired red-and-white leather jacket, arriving hand-in-hand with Olympic swimmer boyfriend Adam Peaty.
Not far behind, her dad, celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, arrived with wife Tana.
The couple didn’t seem too fazed by the weather as they mingled with fellow fans at the circuit.
Star Couples Bring the Glamour
Jack Whitehall looked in good spirits, posing for photos with girlfriend Roxy Horner, who turned heads in sleek low-rise leather trousers.
Elsewhere, Ed Westwick, of Gossip Girl fame, brought a touch of Hollywood charm as he walked arm-in-arm with wife Amy Jackson, stylish as ever in an oversized leather jacket and tinted sunglasses.
Fans also caught glimpses of singer Rebecca Ferguson, Jeremy Clarkson, and a trio of A-listers—Tom Holland, Idris Elba, and Damson Idris—adding a splash of international glamour to the rainy race day.
Chaos Strikes on Track as Weather Plays Spoilsport
While the stars kept things polished off-track, the race itself was anything but smooth.
Within just a few laps, five drivers had to retire, and the safety car was called out twice.
Among those forced out were Liam Lawson, Franco Colapinto, Gabriel Bortoleto, Isack Hadjar, and Kimi Antonelli.
The troubles began early when Lawson tangled with Esteban Ocon and Yuki Tsunoda, while Colapinto never even made it out of the pit after stalling.
Hadjar had the worst of it—caught in heavy spray, he crashed straight into Antonelli’s car and spun out, leading to a pile-up that took both drivers out of the race.
Hamilton’s Home Podium Hopes Hang by a Thread
Despite the home crowd roaring him on, Lewis Hamilton just missed out on a top-three start.
The seven-time world champ looked sharp during qualifying—especially in the second phase—but couldn’t seal the deal in the final laps and ended up fifth on the grid.
“I lost time in the last corner,” he admitted.
“That probably would’ve put me on the front row or third. I gave it everything I had.”
Hamilton, who’s still adjusting to his move to Ferrari, has only managed one win this season in China’s sprint race.
Still, he’s optimistic about improvements, especially with Ferrari bringing an upgraded floor to Silverstone.
“This track is incredible, and the fans have been amazing,” he added. “We just need a bit more pace.”
Ferrari’s Missed Opportunity as Leclerc Falls Short
Hamilton’s teammate Charles Leclerc qualified right behind him in sixth.
Leclerc confessed he had the speed to make the front row but couldn’t pull it together when it counted.
“I lost the car in the last two corners and lost a lot of lap time,” he said.
Up front, Max Verstappen secured pole position, with Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris—both in McLarens—lining up close behind.
What’s Next?
All eyes are on how the race will play out with such an unpredictable start—and unpredictable skies.
With retirements already stacking up and championship standings on the line, the rest of the Grand Prix promises just as much drama as the soggy first few laps.
Rain or shine, Silverstone is definitely delivering the entertainment.
