Marvel’s Black Widow and ‘Free the n*pple’ actor Florence Pugh attends the British GP at Silverstone

English actor Florence Pugh attended the British GP as part of the Race Against Dementia charity.

Marvel’s Black Widow and ‘Free the n*pple’ actor Florence Pugh attends the British GP at Silverstone

Florence Pugh and Jackie Stewart at the British GP (image via F1)

Formula 1 is a global sport that attracts big names every race weekend. The British GP is a special weekend as the race occurs at the historic Silverstone circuit. As such, it is no surprise that celebrities from various fields. Be it sports or Hollywood, don’t miss out on attending this prestigious race. Actor Florence Pugh was spotted at the British GP.

The English actor attending was on the F1 grid before the start of the British GP when Martin Brundle interviewed her. Pugh was delighted to attend the British GP at Silverstone but could feel the pressure as the paddock prepared for the thrilling contest ahead. She said, “It’s very tense… but it’s amazing.”

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The 29-year-old was one of the big names at the track this weekend. Hollywood star Brad Pitt made headlines at Silverstone as he hit the track for the fictional APXGP as part of the upcoming F1 film shoot. Though Florence Pugh, too, had an important reason for being part of the F1 circus at the British GP as part of the charity foundation Race against Dementia.

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Florence Pugh became an ambassador for Jackie Stewart’s charitable foundation

Florence Pugh and Martin Brundle before the start of the British GP (Credits: @GPFansGlobal/Twitter)
Florence Pugh and Martin Brundle before the start of the British GP (Credits: @GPFansGlobal/Twitter)

F1 legend Jackie Stewart started the foundation Race Against Dementia in 2015. The formula has partnered with this noble cause, with the sport contributing funds for preventing and curing Dementia. Now, Florence Pugh has joined the charity as an ambassador. Subsequently, she met the former F1 champion this weekend.

As such, Pugh has certainly made her mark at Silverstone as she promoted a great cause during the Grand Prix weekend. It is usual to find actors and celebs from the film industry attending F1 races. However, fans would have appreciated Florence Pugh’s appearance as she further established herself with the charity Race against Dementia.

Thus, Florence Pugh got the opportunity to attend the historic British GP. The English actor was invited as part of Jackie Stewart’s charity, with the former F1 champion expanding Race Against Dementia to raise awareness about dementia and further support the efforts in preventing and curing this disease.

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