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Brad Pitt and stylish Daisy Edgar-Jones join man-bag toting Lewis Hamilton - and his pooch - at star-studded British Grand Prix preview as four-day racing extravaganza kicks off at Silverstone
By Amelia Wynne For Mailonline,
23 days ago
Brad Pitt , Lewis Hamilton and Daisy-Edgar Jones led the stars as the British Grand Prix kicked off on Thursday with their preview day at Silverstone.
Actor Brad, 60, driver Lewis, 39, and Normal People star Daisy, 26, were among the big names arriving as the four-day racing extravaganza - which runs from July 4-7 - kicked off.
Lewis toted a huge white designer man-bag as he stepped out with his beloved pet pooch ahead of the big weekend - while driver Lando Norris showed off his muscles in a white vest.
This year's event is about much more than just racing with the festival putting on a series of huge musical performances from the likes of Kings of Leon and Stormzy over the next four days to entertain guests.
The actual car racing begins with a practice day on Friday before the real races kick off on Saturday.
Brad was there to film scenes for his upcoming F1 film which is yet to be named. He will play the role of a veteran driver, Sonny Hayes, who is returning to the F1 grid after a long absence.
Daisy looked as stylish as ever as she strolled around the paddocks in a black co-ord and shades British racing driver Lando Norris was also seen walking around the paddock, gearing up for a big weekend Lewis Hamilton was also showing off his quirky style
Daisy looked as stylish as ever as she strolled around the paddocks in a black co-ord and shades as she was mobbed by fans who she kindly stopped to take some selies with.
Lewis brought his beloved pet pooch with him and showed off his quirky fashion sense in a blue and white patterned jacket, while toting a white designer man bag.
In terms of musical performances at the Grand Prix four-day event, Thursday kicks off with the arena-filling anthems of Kings of Leon, followed by Stormzy on Friday - which comes after the event's family day.
Saturday brings the legendary Pete Tong with his iconic dance mixes, and Rudimental will close out the weekend on Sunday.
The Grand prix has become more of a festival event in recent years while before it was more sport focused purely over the weekend.
British racing driver Lando was also seen walking around the paddock, gearing up for a big weekend.
He showed off his muscles in a white vest and looked in great spirits ahead of the racing.
The preview event gives guests the chance meet trainers, physios for the drivers and chat to future talent of the racing world.
Brad is set to co- produce the film and act as a retired Formula One driver who gets back behind the wheel.
Production on the film began in 2023 and will include scenes from this season's British Grand Prix and Abu Dhabi races.
As DailyMail.com previously reported, all 10 F1 teams will featured, including the sport's drivers and the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile.
British Grand Prix F1 itinerary
Thursday July 4: Preview day
Driver interviews
Kings of Leon perform
Friday July 5
Family day
First practice - 12:30-13:30
Second practice - 16:00-17:00
Stormzy performs
Saturday July 6
Third practice - 11:30-12:30
Qualifying - 15:00-16:00
Pete Tong DJ set
Race - 15:00
Sunday July 7
Race - 15:00
Rudimental performs
The handsome actor, 60, and the Normal People star, 26, were among the big names arriving as the four-day racing extravaganza which runs from the 4-7 of July kicks off Brad was there to film scenes for his upcoming F1 film which is yet to be named He will play the role of a veteran driver, Sonny Hayes, who is returning to the F1 grid after a long absence She looked stunning in her all-black ensemble as she took in the F1 sights She wore her honey tresses in loose waves and opted for glowing makeup Lando looked effortlessly cool in light blue denim jeans and a white T-shirt He was having some downtime ahead of getting behind the wheel this weekend Lewis showed off his sense of style in a blue and white jacket Lewis arrived in style with his pet pooch Brad donned a pair of cool shades and wore a navy jacket to keep snug She braved the windy weather in her strapless black top Actor Damson Idris is slated to play the Moneyball star's rookie team-mate for APXGP, a fictional team in the lineup Formula 1 vet and seven-time world champion Lewis — who recently signed to drive for Ferrari — had a hand in producing the project A fan beamed for a snap with Daisy as she walked around Daisy proved herself as a bit of an F1 fan Daisy kindly waited to have a selfie with a fan Tipped winner Lando beamed ahead of setting off on the track
Actor Damson Idris is slated to play the Moneyball star's rookie team-mate for APXGP, a fictional team in the lineup.
The cast also includes Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, Tobias Menzies, Sarah Niles, Kim Bodnia, Samson Kayo and Callie Cooke.
Formula 1 vet and seven-time world champion Lewis — who recently signed to drive for Ferrari — had a hand in producing the project.
It is slated for a summer 2025 release.
A pass covering all four days of the event at the Northamptonshire venue costs over £400.
Last year saw a record number of 480,000 people descend on the Northamptonshire circuit.
Brad Pitt later got into his racing gear to film the scenes He wore a white driving suit and helmet He looked ready for action as he got ready to film
George Russell won the Austrian Grand Prix last weekend after a smash that took Lando and Max Verstappen out of the reckoning as they duelled for the lead again and again.
The world champion and his best mate on the grid, Norris, came together on lap 64.
It took Norris out of the race, while Verstappen limped back to the pits, his hopes of triumph wrecked.
Verstappen was handed a 10-second penalty for causing the collision. Norris got out of his McLaren in the pit box, his tyre canvas flapping on his way in.
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