ESPNF1 Columnist

July 5, 2012: Michael Schumacher would welcome a wet race at the British Grand Prix this weekend

July 5, 2012: Sebastian Vettel says 2012 is proving to be one of the most difficult seasons yet for Red Bull after a number of updates have not had the desired effect on the car

July 5, 2012: Mark Webber does not think Red Bull will be able to run into the lead and hide at the British Grand Prix this weekend, and has backed McLaren as the favourites ahead of Friday practice

July 5, 2012: Jenson Button has played down the size of McLaren's upgrade for the British Grand Prix this weekend, but does think his car will be on the pace at Silverstone

July 5, 2012: Vitaly Petrov believes Caterham can fight with the midfield if its update package works as expected at Silverstone

July 5, 2012: Romain Grosjean has dismissed concerns that Lotus will struggle at the British Grand Prix due to low track temperatures

July 5, 2012: Lewis Hamilton admits he is "really excited" by the prospect of McLaren's upgrades for the British Grand Prix this weekend

July 5, 2012: Fernando Alonso believes the characteristics of Silverstone should suit Ferrari but is wary that the weather conditions could affect its competitiveness

July 5, 2012: Kimi Raikkonen believes he and Lotus have found the right direction with his qualifying setup and he is confident he will be higher up the grid at the next few races

July 5, 2012: Nico Hulkenberg has played down Force India's chances of finishing on the podium in the British Grand Prix

July 5, 2012: Jenson Button wants to finally secure a successful result at his home grand prix at Silverstone this weekend

July 5, 2012: Bernie Ecclestone refused to speak to the media as he arrived at Wednesday night's Great Ormond Street Hospital F1 party

July 5, 2012: Paul di Resta has split from his manager Anthony Hamilton, the Force India driver has confirmed