Bortoleto's Silverstone slick tire choice caused early exit

Gabriel Bortoleto's British Grand Prix ended early after a strategic error to start on slick tires in wet conditions, forcing his retirement. Bortoleto pitted for slick tires at the start, while most drivers chose intermediates due to rain. He spun off track shortly after, damaging his car and triggering a Virtual Safety Car. The incident occurred at Silverstone after intermittent rain. Bortoleto admitted his decision to use slicks was a mistake, leading to his premature exit from the race.