IT’S one of the most legendary races in Formula 1, but the British Grand Prix has had to steer a path through shocks and scandals over the years.

From spying on the competition to insane collisions, countless infamous sporting moments have left fans reeling.

The British Grand Prix has given fans some of the most memorable moments in Formula 1
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The British Grand Prix has given fans some of the most memorable moments in Formula 1Credit: Tim Williams/British Photography Awards

Michael Schumacher has been involved in controversies at Silverstone
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Michael Schumacher has been involved in controversies at SilverstoneCredit: AP:Associated Press

The legend celebrated coming second in 1994 - little did he know he'd be disqualified and banned shortly afterwards
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The legend celebrated coming second in 1994 – little did he know he’d be disqualified and banned shortly afterwardsCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
And there’s been some spicy moments off the track too – remember Cara Delevingne’s infamous grid chat with Martin Brundle last year?

As Formula 1 returns to Silverstone on Sunday, there could be more fireworks in store, with the likes of Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris, and Max Verstappen all vying for the top prize.

Here, we look at the British Grand Prix’s most memorable controversies – from the scandalous to the pure ridiculous.

No stopping him

Michael Schumacher is considered by many to be the greatest driver in F1 history, but his glittering career didn’t come without a few controversies.