While this isn’t a home race for the Silverstone-based Aston Martin team, it very much is for their owner Lawrence Stroll. The Canadian has set his drivers the goal of achieving a double podium finish for the first time this season, something Fernando Alonso knows is likely to be a stiff ask.
Think a double podium might be a bit too ambitious for Aston Martin given Mercs' improved pace. But it's likely going to be a wet race so who knows!