• British Grand Prix - FP2

Hamilton sorry for lack of running

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Lewis Hamilton spent part of FP2 walking up and down the pit lane © Press Association
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Lewis Hamilton said that his biggest concern during Friday practice was a lack of track action for the crowd at Silverstone.

An estimated 80,000 people attended the two practice sessions - a record for a crowd on a Friday - but heavy rain meant there were long periods with little or no running during the day. Hamilton said that he was unconcerned that McLaren didn't get to test its new parts, but said he was disappointed that the tyre allocation meant he couldn't put on more of a show for the fans.

"We didn't get to test the components but we had some fun out there; we still got to do a few laps," Hamilton said. "For me I was just concerned for the fans. There were so many great fans here today and I don't remember ever seeing so many on a Friday. Unfortunately it was terrible weather and also we don't have any tyres - well not enough tyres - to go out and keep them entertained.

"I just really appreciate the support that we're having so I hope that they just keep warm and stay strong, because it's hopefully going to be a good weekend."

With temperatures around the 15C mark throughout the day, Hamilton admitted getting heat in the tyres was an issue even though he set the quickest time.

"It always is, but I think we did not such a bad job. [Being fastest] doesn't make any difference at the moment; tomorrow's what counts."

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