British Grand Prix 2015: Lewis Hamilton wins Silverstone blockbuster

    By Sarah Holt

    Updated 1615 GMT (0015 HKT) July 5, 2015

    Lewis Hamilton sprays the bubbly after his battling victory at the British Grand Prix to extend his title lead over teammate Nico Rosberg.
    Photos: Hamilton wins British Grand Prix
    Lewis Hamilton sprays the bubbly after his battling victory at the British Grand Prix to extend his title lead over teammate Nico Rosberg.
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    A superb start by Felipe Massa in his Williams saw him take the lead from pole sitter Hamilton.
    Photos: Hamilton wins British Grand Prix
    A superb start by Felipe Massa in his Williams saw him take the lead from pole sitter Hamilton.
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    It was another miserable afternoon for McLaren's Jenson Button but his teammate Fernando Alonso did gain a point in 10th spot.
    Photos: Hamilton wins British Grand Prix
    It was another miserable afternoon for McLaren's Jenson Button but his teammate Fernando Alonso did gain a point in 10th spot.
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    A super efficient pit stop enabled Hamilton to take the lead for the first time after a conceding the early lead off the start.
    Photos: Hamilton wins British Grand Prix
    A super efficient pit stop enabled Hamilton to take the lead for the first time after a conceding the early lead off the start.
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    Hamilton was cheered on by a massive 140,000 crowd in his home grand prix at Silverstone.
    Photos: Hamilton wins British Grand Prix
    Hamilton was cheered on by a massive 140,000 crowd in his home grand prix at Silverstone.
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    Hamilton shared his moment of victory with his Mercedes pit crew who played such a key role.