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History as Hamilton wins record sixth British Grand Prix, extends F1 lead [PHOTOS]

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Mercedes' British driver Lewis Hamilton surfs on a wave of supporters as he celebrates after victory in the British Formula One Grand Prix at the Silverstone motor racing circuit in Silverstone, central England, on July 14, 2019. [AFP]

Lewis Hamilton made the most of a favourable safety car intervention on Sunday to claim a record sixth British Grand Prix victory at a packed Silverstone.

The defending five-time world champion clocking fastest lap on his final lap to finish 25 seconds clear of Mercedes team-mate and nearest title rival Valtteri Bottas after an action-packed contest.

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