Winners of the 2025 British Grand Prix were rewarded with Lego trophies for their podium finish, an unconventional yet unique prize.
In a unique celebration of Formula 1's 75th anniversary, the 2025 British Grand Prix witnessed a special tribute in the form of LEGO brick trophies. These colourful and intricate awards were presented to the top three finishers, with Lando Norris taking home a golden 2,717-piece trophy as the winner[1].
### Design and Inspiration The LEGO trophies were designed by LEGO Designer Manager Samuel Johnson, taking inspiration from the iconic Royal Automobile Club (RAC) trophy, a symbol deeply rooted in British motorsport heritage[1]. The constructors' award was rendered in dark blue and gold, while the second and third-place trophies stood at 43 cm tall and featured bold red and blue accents, respectively.
### Construction and Collaboration A dedicated team of seven builders assembled these brick-built trophies at the LEGO Group’s model shop in Billund, Denmark, over a period of 210 hours. The total construction time was spent meticulously placing and chrome-plating LEGO elements to create the premium, metallic look of the trophies[1]. This collaboration between the LEGO Group and Formula 1 was part of a broader celebration of F1’s 75th anniversary season.
### A Playful Twist to a Historic Event The British Grand Prix at Silverstone was chosen for this special trophy due to its historical significance as the venue of the first Formula 1 World Championship race in 1950[1]. The new LEGO trophies accompanied, rather than replaced, the traditional RAC awards. Podium finishers kept their Lego versions as mementos, while some, like Nico Huëlkenberg, who earned his first-ever F1 podium, expressed a preference for traditional silver or gold trophies[1].
### Engaging New and Younger Fans The goal of this partnership is to engage new and younger fans, blending the worlds of motorsport and creative building in a highly symbolic and memorable form. The Lego trophies added a playful twist to the tribute to Formula 1's 75th anniversary, with Oscar Piastri, the runner-up, jokingly suggesting that the Lego trophy could be pulled apart[1]. Despite this, the winners embraced their unique awards, celebrating not only their success but also the creative spirit of LEGO.
The special LEGO brick trophies, inspired by the iconic RAC trophy and paying homage to British motorsport heritage, were crafted for the podium finishers in the 2025 British Grand Prix. Furthermore, these racing-themed LEGO trophies, constructed by a dedicated team in Denmark, added a playful touch to the sports event, engaging new and younger fans.
