How did the F1 teams react to Silverstone's new five-year deal?
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On Wednesday afternoon, Formula 1 announced a new contract for Silverstone to host the British Grand Prix. The deal ensures the sport will continue to visit the Silverstone circuit until at least 2024. With the track being a favourite amongst fans, drivers and teams, we thought we'd share their reactions to the news.
Five. More. Years. #MakeItCount #F1 #BritishGP pic.twitter.com/kFb0c15puT
— SportPesa Racing Point F1 Team (@RacingPointF1) July 10, 2019
SportPesa Racing Point is very pleased to be returning to their home circuit. The team is based at the circuit, and it's no surprise that they love the news about Silverstone's contract.
Great news to hear that we'll be returning to @SilverstoneUK for the next 5 years. It's one that's close to our hearts! #BritishGP pic.twitter.com/SLEu6VjksH
— McLaren (@McLarenF1) July 10, 2019
It's close to everyone involved in Formula 1 with all of the history made at the East Midlands venue. But it's that little bit closer to those involved and McLaren will be hoping for some more success in the next five years.
It’s official!! @SilverstoneUK will stay as the home of the #BritishGP until the end of 2024! pic.twitter.com/hS71craX4y
— Mercedes-AMG F1 (@MercedesAMGF1) July 10, 2019
Of course Mercedes will be pleased, they've won five of the last six races at Silverstone!
Five more years Here's to creating many more memories at @SilverstoneUK! #BritishGP pic.twitter.com/3aU9PBM8Rb
— Aston Martin Red Bull Racing (@redbullracing) July 10, 2019
And before those victories from Mercedes, it was Red Bull stepping on the top of the podium and celebrating the good times at their second home race.
The first ever #F1 Grand Prix was held at Silverstone in 1950
— Scuderia Ferrari (@ScuderiaFerrari) July 10, 2019
We’re back here this weekend for the #BritishGP as we take on some of the most iconic corners in motorsport at @SilverstoneUK!
See you
Cover Art by Gianmarco Veronesi #essereFerrari #SF90 pic.twitter.com/JVQiqaVr4T
And Ferrari, the winners of the first ever Formula 1 Grand Prix at Silverstone back in 1950!