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Brad Pitt and stylish Daisy Edgar-Jones join Lewis Hamilton in star-studded British Grand Prix preview as four-day racing extravaganza kicks off at Silverstone

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Brad Pitt and Daisy-Edgar Jones led the stars as the British Grand Prix kicked off on Thursday with its preview day

Brad Pitt, Lewis Hamilton and Daisy-Edgar Jones led the stars as the British Grand Prix got underway with its preview day at Silverstone on Thursday.

Actor Brad, 60, host Lewis, 39, and Normal People star Daisy, 26, were among the big names arriving as the four-day racing extravaganza, which runs from July 4-7, got underway.

This year’s event is about much more than just racing, as the festival features a number of big-name performances from artists including Kings of Leon and Stormzy over the next four days.

The car racing proper begins with a practice day on Friday before the start races begin on Saturday.

Brad was there to film scenes for his upcoming, as-yet-untitled F1 movie. He will play the role of veteran driver Sonny Hayes, who returns to the F1 grid after a long absence.

Brad Pitt and Daisy-Edgar Jones led the stars as the British Grand Prix kicked off on Thursday with its preview day

Daisy looked as stylish as ever as she strolled through the paddocks in a black ensemble and sunglasses.

Daisy looked as stylish as ever as she strolled through the paddocks in a black ensemble and sunglasses.

Belgian racing driver Lando Norris was also seen walking around the paddock, preparing for a big weekend.

Lewis Hamilton also showed off his peculiar style

Belgian racing driver Lando Norris was also seen walking around the paddock, preparing for a big weekend (right: Lewis Hamilton was also showing off his quirky style)

Daisy looked more stylish than ever as she strolled through the paddocks in a black ensemble and sunglasses.

In terms of musical performances at the four-day Grand Prix event, Thursday kicks off with stadium-filling anthems Kings of Leon, followed by Stormzy on Friday, which comes after the event’s family-friendly day.

On Saturday, legendary Pete Tong will be performing his iconic dance mixes, and Rudimental will close out the weekend on Sunday.

The Grand Prix has become a more festive event in recent years, whereas before it was more focused on sport and was held purely over the weekend.

Belgian racing driver Lando Norris was also seen walking around the paddock, preparing for a big weekend.

The preview event gives guests the opportunity to meet the drivers’ coaches, physiotherapists and chat with upcoming racing talents.

Brad will co-produce the film and star as a retired Formula One driver who gets back behind the wheel.

Production on the film began in 2023 and will include footage from this season’s British Grand Prix and Abu Dhabi races.

As previously reported by DailyMail.com, all 10 F1 teams will be taking part, including the sport’s drivers and the International Automobile Federation.

The handsome actor, 60, and the Normal People star, 26, were among the big names arriving as the four-day racing extravaganza kicked off from July 4-7.

The handsome actor, 60, and the Normal People star, 26, were among the big names who arrived as the four-day racing extravaganza got underway from July 4-7.

Brad was there to film scenes for his upcoming F1 movie, which is yet to be named.

Brad was there to film scenes for his upcoming F1 movie, which is yet to be named.

He will play the role of a veteran driver, Sonny Hayes, who returns to the F1 grid after a long absence.

He will play the role of a veteran driver, Sonny Hayes, who returns to the F1 grid after a long absence.

She looked stunning in her all-black ensemble as she took in the sights of the F1.

She looked stunning in her all-black ensemble as she took in the sights of the F1.

She wore her honey-colored hair in loose waves and opted for bright makeup.

She wore her honey-colored hair in loose waves and opted for bright makeup.

Lando looked relaxed and laid-back in light blue denim jeans and a white t-shirt.

Lando looked relaxed and laid-back in light blue denim jeans and a white t-shirt.

He was having some time off before getting behind the wheel this weekend.

He was having some time off before getting behind the wheel this weekend.

Lewis showed off his sense of style in a blue and white jacket.

Lewis showed off his sense of style in a blue and white jacket.

Lewis arrived in style with his pet.

Lewis arrived in style with his pet.

Brad donned a cool pair of sunglasses and wore a navy jacket to keep warm.

Brad donned a cool pair of sunglasses and wore a navy jacket to keep warm.

She braved the windy weather in her strapless black top.

She braved the windy weather in her strapless black top.

Actor Damson Idris is set to play the Moneyball star's rookie teammate in APXGP, a fictional team in the lineup.

Actor Damson Idris is set to play the Moneyball star’s rookie teammate in APXGP, a fictional team in the lineup.

The cast also includes Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, Tobias Menzies, Sarah Niles, Kim Bodnia, Samson Kayo and Callie Cooke.

The cast also includes Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, Tobias Menzies, Sarah Niles, Kim Bodnia, Samson Kayo and Callie Cooke.

Formula One veteran and seven-time world champion Lewis, who recently signed to drive for Ferrari, was involved in the production of the project.

Formula One veteran and seven-time world champion Lewis, who recently signed to drive for Ferrari, was involved in the production of the project.

A fan beamed as she took a photo with Daisy as she walked.

A fan beamed as she took a photo with Daisy as she walked.

Daisy proved to be a big fan of F1.

Daisy proved to be a big fan of F1.

Daisy kindly waited to take a selfie with a fan.

Daisy kindly waited to take a selfie with a fan.

The predicted winner, Lando, was beaming before he took to the track

The predicted winner, Lando, was beaming before he took to the track

Actor Damson Idris is set to play the Moneyball star’s rookie teammate in APXGP, a fictional team in the lineup.

The cast also includes Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, Tobias Menzies, Sarah Niles, Kim Bodnia, Samson Kayo and Callie Cooke.

Formula One veteran and seven-time world champion Lewis, who recently signed to drive for Ferrari, was involved in the production of the project.

Its launch is planned for summer 2025.

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