Sat Jul 05 13:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Hamilton Hints at Silverstone Dream After Strong Friday Practice

**Silverstone, UK -** Lewis Hamilton fueled hopes of a triumphant British Grand Prix victory after a stellar performance in Friday practice at Silverstone. Driving for Ferrari, the seven-time World Champion topped Free Practice 1 and finished third in Free Practice 2, showcasing the team’s potential despite upgrades from rivals McLaren and Red Bull.

“It was a really good day,” Hamilton enthused, citing the incredible atmosphere and the Ferrari’s competitive edge. “I definitely feel like we can dream of having a strong weekend for sure.” He acknowledged the challenge of execution but vowed to prepare for the best possible result.

Hamilton’s confidence comes after a fourth-place finish at the Austrian Grand Prix, his best result so far with Ferrari. He believes he’s finally getting to grips with the SF-25, improving his understanding of the car’s setup and handling.

Teammate Charles Leclerc also enjoyed a positive day, securing fourth and second positions in the respective sessions. While acknowledging McLaren’s one-lap pace advantage, Leclerc believes Ferrari’s race pace could pose a significant challenge to the competition on Sunday. “I think we are very strong in the race but we’ve got to do a step forward in Qualifying,” he stated.

The day wasn’t without incident. Young driver Oliver Bearman suffered a crash at the pit lane entry during Free Practice 3, causing damage to his car. [While the article text doesn’t specify Oliver Bearman’s team, this information can be added if available from other sources.]

Despite the potential setback for [Bearman’s team], the atmosphere in the Ferrari garage remains optimistic. With Hamilton in top form and Leclerc showcasing strong race pace, the Italian team looks poised to challenge for a podium finish at the British Grand Prix.

The battle for pole position promises to be fiercely contested, with McLaren, Ferrari, and Red Bull all demonstrating competitive pace. Qualifying on Saturday will be crucial in determining who will lead the pack on Sunday as the drivers embark on what is looking to be an exciting and unpredictable British Grand Prix.

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