'A once-in-a-lifetime experience' – F1 Unlocked Silverstone competition winners reflect on their British GP weekend

Thanks to their F1 Unlocked competition win, Noemi and her guest experienced the British Grand Prix at Silverstone like true VIPs – with exclusive paddock access, up-close moments with drivers, premium hospitality, and a special visit with LEGO® in the F1® Fan Zone, where they took home their very own mini trophies.

How did you hear about/enter the competition and have you been to a race before?

I heard about the competition through the F1 Unlocked newsletter and the F1 app. Having never been to a race before, I saw this competition as a huge opportunity to enjoy an exclusive first Grand Prix experience.

What was your reaction when you won?

I was shocked when I opened the email. I remember staring blankly at my laptop and repeatedly saying the same words: 'Oh my God! Oh my God.' I called my best friend, Ladina, to ask her if she had any plans for 5–6 July. But it still felt too good to be true. So, I also did a lot of research to find out whether the email was real. I’m beyond glad that it turned out to be genuine!

What was your highlight of the weekend?

It’s hard to pick just one thing! Receiving the Lego mini trophy replicas from Samuel made us feel very honoured. Thanks a million again! The Paddock Tour with Mika Hakkinen is also definitely up there. Seeing so many drivers and the motorhomes up close was an incredible experience.

Who was your favourite team/driver that you saw? 

My best friend and I are both big Ferrari fans, so it was really exciting to get to see both Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton in the media pen.

Can you sum up your weekend in a sentence?

It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that we will remember and cherish for the rest of our lives.

Would you recommend F1 Unlocked to a friend?

Most definitely! I would recommend entering any competition you can find. You’ve got nothing to lose!

Watch the highlights of their weekend in the video above.