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In pictures: Hamilton returns to the track at Silverstone

Sam Hall Wednesday 10 June 2020 18:08 Updated: 20:49

In pictures: Hamilton returns to the track at Silverstone

Mercedes brought a two-day 'pre-season' Formula 1 test to a close with Lewis Hamilton assuming driving duties at Silverstone.

Hamilton was briefly reacquainted with his 2018 title-winning Mercedes W09 car at the British Grand Prix venue.

Due to testing regulations which mandate that cars used for such tests must be at least two years old, the W09 was the most up-to-date car available to Mercedes.

While a secondary benefit of the test was that both Mercedes drivers were able to get back behind the wheel, the primary focus of the two days was to get team personnel up to speed with the new safety procedures and protocols introduced by F1 and the FIA.

As is visible in the pictures, face masks and visors are now a part of the standard kit for all members of the team.

What follows is a series of images shot by photographer Steve Etherington, as GPFans takes you into the garage of the 'test'.

Lewis Hamilton, complete with face mask, studies the timing screen

Standard Formula 1 PPE, as Lewis Hamilton dons his helmet before heading out on track

Wednesday saw damp conditions at Silverstone, and Mercedes played it safe with the wet tyres

Lewis Hamilton lapping in front of the empty grandstands. Something that will become a sadly familiar sight in 2020

The mirrored windows by pit entry are always popular with photographers

Back in the debrief, and Lewis Hamilton again switching his helmet for a face mask

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In pictures: Hamilton returns to the track at Silverstone

In pictures: Hamilton returns to the track at Silverstone