Red Bull Racing conducted its second and final allocated filming day for the 2026 Formula 1 season at Silverstone Circuit. The event took place on Thursday, July 9, four days after the British Grand Prix concluded at the same venue.
Formula 1 regulations permit teams two such promotional events annually. These days are strictly governed by the FIA to prevent them from being used for competitive testing purposes.
A key restriction for these filming days is a maximum running distance of 100 kilometres. This limit ensures that extensive data collection or performance development is not possible.
Furthermore, teams are mandated to use specific Pirelli demonstration tyres. These compounds are distinct from the race-specification tyres, further limiting any potential performance advantage.
The primary objective of these sessions is to gather marketing and promotional content. Teams utilise the track time for sponsor activations and media footage.
Holding the filming day immediately following a Grand Prix at the same circuit is a common logistical strategy. This approach minimises travel and operational costs for the team.
The Silverstone event allowed Red Bull Racing to complete its promotional obligations for the current season. This concludes their permitted track activity outside of official test and race weekends.
