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Emotional Lewis Hamilton makes Silverstone history in style

SILVERSTONE, U.K. -- A round-up of the main talking points from qualifying from the British Grand Prix, where Lewis Hamilton claimed a slice of history at his home circuit, but only after being pushed hard by Ferrari.

Shock: We expected a close fight for pole position, but it was surprising to see Valtteri Bottas so far off the pace after his heroics in Austria. The Finn had to settle for fourth, 0.3s off teammate Lewis Hamilton. The two Ferraris finished within 0.1s of the other reigning world champion.

Shocker: Claire Williams said earlier this week her team's recent demise has been "heart-breaking", but this felt like a new low.