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2004 British Grand Prix — Formula One motor race held in 2004

July 11, 2004

Michael Schumacher extended his 2004 winning streak to five consecutive races, reinforcing his dominant championship campaign.

Quick Facts

Year
2004
Category
general

Key Facts

Race date
11 July 2004
Circuit
Silverstone Circuit, Northamptonshire
Championship round
11th of 2004 FIA Formula One World Championship
Race winner
Michael Schumacher (Ferrari)
Pole position
Kimi Räikkönen (McLaren)
Consecutive wins by Schumacher
5

By the Numbers

11
Race date
11
Championship round
5
Consecutive wins by Schumacher

Location

Map of Silverstone, United KingdomMap of Silverstone, United KingdomSilverstone, United Kingdom

Cause → Event → Consequence

Cause

Michael Schumacher entered the 2004 British Grand Prix as championship leader having won four consecutive races earlier that season. Kimi Räikkönen, driving for McLaren, claimed his first pole position of the year, setting up a contest between the two frontrunners at Silverstone.

Event

The 2004 British Grand Prix was held on 11 July 2004 at Silverstone Circuit. Räikkönen led from pole but was ultimately overtaken by Schumacher, who claimed victory. Räikkönen finished second, unable to prevent the Ferrari driver from taking the win in the eleventh round of the championship.

Consequence

Schumacher's victory gave him five consecutive wins in the 2004 season, mirroring a similar streak he had achieved at the start of the year. The result further extended his lead in the Drivers' Championship and underlined Ferrari's commanding form throughout the 2004 Formula One season.

Timeline Context

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