Wet weather causes problems for F1 fans at Silverstone

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Heavy rain caused major problems for organisers at Silverstone for the British Grand Prix. Waterlogged car-parks meant thousands of ticket holders were turned away on Saturday (7 July).
Up to 20,000 people missed Saturday's qualifying. Organisers apologised and said those who didn't get in would be refunded.
Problems in the car-parks forced many spectators to arrive at the site on foot. Other people who had park and ride tickets found it much easier.
Once inside, spectators had to negotiate large stretches of mud and puddles around the circuit. The downpours on Saturday meant qualifying was delayed.
Thousands of people who chose to camp at Silverstone had to endure mud and water getting into their tents. People with car-park tickets were encouraged to drive in on Sunday morning for the race.
Mark Hetherington and Chris Pringle, both 28, travelled from Newcastle. They paid nearly £700 for their campsite place and race tickets. Mark said: "Surely the customers here pay enough to get proper roads and better facilities?"
Martyn Thurston (25), Lee Mawby (27) and Stuart Thurston (24). Just ahead of the race, Martyn said: "I can't believe it's sunny, first time this weekend." After the race, Lee said: "Webber just got better and nicked it in the last few laps."
Mark Webber and Fernando Alonso spray champagne during victory celebrations on the podium. Webber beat the Spanish driver into second place, while his Red Bull team-mate Sebastian Vettel came third.