Susie Wolff’s practice debut was the main talking point of Friday at Silverstone, as she became the first female driver to take part in an official Formula One weekend since 1992.
Here are the day’s highlights from Twitter.
First practice
Mercedes marked the 60th anniversary of their first F1 victory in surprising fashion.
Roll out the red carpet! The legendary @MercedesBenz 196R Streamliner – right here in our #F1 garage! #SilverStunners pic.twitter.com/duZyOT7S2g
— MERCEDES AMG F1 (@MercedesAMGF1) July 4, 2014
At @WilliamsRacing, @Susie_Wolff waits to go out. Note she's wearing a @mariavillota star on her helmet. #F1 pic.twitter.com/bRX82jurHe
— F1 Fanatic Live (@f1fanaticlive) July 4, 2014
Also making his #F1 Friday practice debut today for @clubforce is 2012 European F3 champion @dani_juncadella. #F1
— F1 Fanatic Live (@f1fanaticlive) July 4, 2014
Wolff’s day did not go to plan as her running ended after merely a few laps.
Suzie Wolffs car has stopped. Must be gutted :( pic.twitter.com/SNYryQvBzb
— Oli Peacock #23 (@olliekart) July 4, 2014
Both Williams cars were out of practice as Felipe Massa crashed soon thereafter.
Huge crash for Massa in the distance pic.twitter.com/ASquPQmyJb
— Oli Peacock #23 (@olliekart) July 4, 2014
Massa taking liberties with the astroturf there – result is a big shunt. Always hard to have sympathy when drivers abuse track limits #F1
— Glenn Freeman (@glenn_autosport) July 4, 2014
Big hit for Massa. Glad to see he's OK. Rotten start to the weekend of his 200th race start. #F1 pic.twitter.com/vzbUcMvPgW
— F1 Fanatic Live (@f1fanaticlive) July 4, 2014
To celebrate the occasion of our home grand prix we're making sure everyone gets a mention. Come on Team! #BritishGP pic.twitter.com/EcDKn3MO7c
— Marussia F1 Team (@Marussia_F1Team) July 4, 2014
Ericsson was told to let the rpm drop before trying to move. Then engine temperature rose and he was told to get out pic.twitter.com/dlAVR0McqA
— F1 Fanatic Live (@f1fanaticlive) July 4, 2014
At Silverstone and, have to say, quietly enjoying the new sound of F1!!
— Tiff Needell (@tiff_tv) July 4, 2014
Ricciardo is concerned "we're going to hurt the gearbox" on his Red Bull and returns to the pits. #F1
— F1 Fanatic Live (@f1fanaticlive) July 4, 2014
Massa hit exactly the same bit of wall last year as he did today:
http://t.co/F9api3VA2N
http://t.co/7CdMIxeYk0
#F1 @MassaFelipe19
— F1 Fanatic (@f1fanatic_co_uk) July 4, 2014
Daniel Juncadella was happy with his first opportunity in a practice session. He was in Nico Hulkenberg’s car in the morning.
Dani looks pleased after completing more than 20 laps an setting the 14th best lap. #HomeSweetHome pic.twitter.com/Ypdh2xRAKj
— Sahara Force India (@clubforce) July 4, 2014
Amazing stuff on track. British Greats of #F1 in a variety of classic and majorly retro #F1 cars. A Motorsport enthusiasts dream! Epic.
— F1 Paddock Pass (@F1PaddockPass) July 4, 2014
Second practice
My view for FP2. Wellington straight just prior to Brooklands. #BritishGP pic.twitter.com/8kA99FCfCk
— Sarah Merritt (@Sareyware) July 4, 2014
Felipe thanks the guys for their hard work on the radio before heading out- really was an impressive turnaround #FP2 pic.twitter.com/KfRcpVLXNW
— WILLIAMS RACING (@WilliamsRacing) July 4, 2014
Seriously hairy moment for Kvyat who almost Massa-ed it into the barrier at Stowe. #F1 pic.twitter.com/FzfFRI4ZyC
— F1 Fanatic Live (@f1fanaticlive) July 4, 2014
Toto Wolff admits that Mercedes let down @Susie_Wolff in FP1: "Let's see how she's going to penalise me…"
— Adam Cooper (@adamcooperF1) July 4, 2014
Anyway, that's one way to take the corner #F1 #Kobayashi http://t.co/WwzDKtbgK3
— Mattzel89 (@Mattzel89) July 4, 2014
After the action
Bit of unlucky FP1. Electronic problem. Still drove 10 laps thanks to the hard work of the team! There was still a lot to come :). #F1
— Robin Frijns (@RFrijns) July 4, 2014
Lovely pics of Sir Frank and daughter Claire in Williams new motor home #f1 http://t.co/rfGlJgfWxv pic.twitter.com/diNF95dE5q
— Natalie Pinkham (@NataliePinkham) July 4, 2014
An amazing photo of Susie Wolff after her early exit from #FP1 – a picture tells a thousand words they say… pic.twitter.com/LQHUxiRreq
— F1 Paddock Pass (@F1PaddockPass) July 4, 2014
Newey mentions in FIA presser that all cars have Torque Sensors. But what the sport really needs is some Sense Talkers.
— f1bastard (@f1bastard) July 4, 2014
You can always tell when a celebrity twitter account changes from being updated personally to being professionally 'managed' #F1#justsaying
— Mark Gallagher (@_markgallagher) July 4, 2014
The moment social media updates lack authenticity, mistakes & all, the fan base realises it is being sold a line. Lacks credibility. #F1
— Mark Gallagher (@_markgallagher) July 4, 2014
.@Susie_Wolff A huge thank you to all the support. When I step in the car, there is something to learn, so there are a few positives today
— WILLIAMS RACING (@WilliamsRacing) July 4, 2014
Rain clouds are gathering. Pack your rain jackets for tomorrow folks. #F1 pic.twitter.com/IS1CIWlPi0
— F1 Paddock Pass (@F1PaddockPass) July 4, 2014
Pretty fun day out on track today. Love it round here. Hopefully squeeze some more outta it tomorrow, feeling pretty hooked up though ✊
— Daniel Ricciardo (@danielricciardo) July 4, 2014
Plenty of work to do with the car. There is room for improvements. And we shall see what the British weather will do tomorrow 😉 #BritishGP
— Valtteri Bottas (@ValtteriBottas) July 4, 2014
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