Lewis Hamilton secured his ninth British Grand Prix victory in a thrilling race at Silverstone, defeating championship leader Max Verstappen. Hamilton capitalized on Mercedes' timely switch to slick tires in wet conditions, overtaking long-time leader Lando Norris, who struggled to respond to the changing weather. Despite Norris' efforts to catch up, his pace was unsustainable, allowing Verstappen to emerge on hard tires and challenge for second. Ultimately, Hamilton held on to claim victory, emotional over his final race at the British Grand Prix with Mercedes. Mercedes' strategic decision during the crossover period proved crucial, with Norris and Piastri temporarily leading before falling behind. Verstappen's undercut on Russell secured him third place, while McLaren's decision to keep Norris out cost them the lead as the soft tires deteriorated. Overall, Hamilton's triumph marked his first F1 victory since the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, highlighting his determination and teamwork with Mercedes.