With no Sprint this weekend, the Silverstone deadline for Fantasy teams is the traditional one: right before Saturday’s qualifying. That gives us a full read on Free Practice 1 and 2, and the data suggests a few clear trends, alongside some big decisions for those holding chips.
What We Learned from Practice
McLaren clearly led the pace charts. Both Norris and Piastri looked sharp across both sessions, showing good tyre wear and top-end speed. Norris has the emotional boost of the home crowd and circuit markings in papaya, but Piastri is often the cleaner choice budget-wise.
Ferrari were solid too. Hamilton looked in control and confident in the car, while Leclerc had a quieter Friday, but one that may be worth watching. Their long-run pace was especially strong, which could prove crucial in a rain-affected race.
Smart Picks in the Midfield
If you’re not activating X3 or Limitless this weekend (and many will wait for Spa), there’s great value to be found among mid-range drivers and teams. Based on pace, cost, and recent consistency, here are some standouts:
- Fernando Alonso – Still one of the best value picks overall
- Oliver Bearman – Racing on home turf, and looked composed
- Nico Hülkenberg / Esteban Ocon – Reliable and clean
- Gabriel Bortoleto – Quietly impressive; good wet-weather potential
- Teams: Aston Martin, Haas, and Kick Sauber – All offer decent upside for their price bracket
These options allow you to build a balanced team while keeping budget in reserve or preparing for a future chip strategy.
Bonus Points to Consider
There are also important secondary sources of Fantasy points that shouldn’t be ignored this weekend.
Ferrari have been consistently sharp in the pit lane, and based on recent form, they are strong contenders for the Fastest Pit Stop. That’s a +10 boost that can make a real difference, especially if you’re including them as your second team or running Leclerc or Hamilton.
Lando Norris is another name to watch for bonus scoring. Aside from his realistic shot at the race win, he also has strong momentum to take Driver of the Day, a fan-voted title that also brings in 10 additional points. At his home race, with full crowd support and strong FP pace, he’s one of the safest bets on the grid this week for extra value.
Weather Could Flip the Race
With Saturday and Sunday forecasted for heavy rain, FP1 and FP2 may be the only dry reference we get. That makes today’s data especially valuable, particularly for understanding tyre behaviour, fuel loads, and car balance under predictable conditions.
Expect teams that ran long stints on Friday to have the upper hand when chaos hits. For Fantasy, this means putting trust in finishers more than flyers.
Final Tips Before Lock-In
- Don’t burn X3 unless you’re certain – Spa may offer higher chaos and reward
- Build around McLaren and Ferrari – They looked like the class of the field
- Avoid overpriced wildcards – Now’s not the time to bet on miracles
- Watch weather-specific performance – Wet races reward smooth drivers and stable setups
- Balance is key – Premium + solid midfields tends to beat all-or-nothing line-ups
A full team reveal and last-minute adjustments will be posted tomorrow, before the lock-in. Until then, play it smart, trust the data, and let Silverstone do the rest.
