Brad Pitt hits the tracks at Silverstone as he films scenes for his new Formula 1 film on day two of the British Grand Prix

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Brad Pitt blended in among the professional racing drivers as he was spotted filming a scene for his upcoming Formula One-based film at the iconic Silverstone circuit on Friday. 

The Hollywood star, 60, was clad in a helmet and racing suit as he prepared to hit the track for high-speed driving during day two of the British Grand Prix festival. 

Only a sliver of Brad's face could be seen as he sat in the car with his helmet ahead of the gruelling practice session during one of the most legendary sport events of the year.

The star's new blockbuster, which will be called F1, will be co-produced by Lewis Hamilton. 

After filming for the movie was delayed amid the US actors' and writers' strike last year, Brad, 60, will race an adapted Formula Two car between practice sessions this weekend as they make a start on the action scenes. 

F1 chiefs are hoping the film - which will be released on June 25 next year - will follow the popularity of Netflix's Drive to Survive series with a teaser is set to be released ahead of Sunday's race. 

Brad plays the role of a veteran driver Sonny Hayes, who is returning to the F1 grid after a long absence.

Alongside his fictional rookie team-mate Joshua Pierce - played by British actor Damson Idris - the Fight Club star lined up with the sport's 20 drivers prior to last year's race at Silverstone and the two actors are due to be on the grid again ahead of Sunday's event.

A garage has also been set up in the paddock at Silverstone for the '11th team', called APXGP.

Meanwhile multi-world champion Lewis, 39, has been heavily involved in the script to ensure the film is as authentic as possible.

Joseph Kosinski, the man behind Top Gun: Maverick, is directing the film, while Jerry Bruckheimer - who also worked on the Tom Cruise blockbuster - is listed as a producer.

Brad looked in great spirits as he got stuck in to his scenes with the actor due to attend six further races this season to work on the upcoming film. 

Earlier in the day, the movie icon was also snapped stopping to chat with some lucky fans, as the actor bundled up against the chilly weather in a black jacket. 

He also attended the glitzy sport event on Thursday, and made sure to steal the spotlight as he arrived at the Silverstone circuit before entering a door marked Cast Green Room. 

This year's event is about much more than just racing with the festival putting on a series of huge musical performances from the likes of Kings of Leon and Stormzy over the next four days to entertain guests.

Saturday brings the legendary Pete Tong with his iconic dance mixes, and Rudimental will close out the weekend on Sunday. 

The actual car racing begins with a practice day on Friday before the real races kick off on Saturday. 

For the American heartthrob is not the first appearance at the four-day racing extravaganza - which runs from July 4-7.

Last year Brad was captured alongside British actor Damson Idris at the British Grand Prix to film initial scenes.

Production for the film began in 2023 and will include scenes from this season's British Grand Prix and Abu Dhabi races.

As DailyMail.com previously reported, all 10 F1 teams will featured, including the sport's drivers and the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile. 

Elsewhere on Thursday more A-listers were in attendance including Formula One alum Lewis Hamilton and Normal People actress Daisy Edgar-Jones. 

Lewis brought his British Bulldog Roscoe with him and showed off his quirky fashion sense in a blue and white patterned jacket, while toting a white designer man bag. 

The F1 Mercedes driver put on a casual display as he arrived in the paddock with his beloved pooch, who Lewis has raised vegan.

Lewis wore a brown oversized jacket which he layered over a white top and a pair of blue baggy cargo trousers. 

Roscoe was spotted pootling behind his famous owner as Lewis stopped to chat to adoring fans and sign autographs.  

The Grand Prix has become more of a festival event in recent years while before it was more sport focused purely over the weekend.

British Grand Prix F1 itinerary 

Thursday July 4: Preview day

Driver interviews

Kings of Leon perform 

Friday July 5 

Family day

First practice - 12:30-13:30

Second practice - 16:00-17:00

Stormzy performs 

Saturday July 6

Third practice - 11:30-12:30 

Qualifying - 15:00-16:00 

Pete Tong DJ set 

Race - 15:00 

Sunday July 7

Race - 15:00 

Rudimental performs  

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