Watch: ‘Game of Thrones’ actor Emilia Clarke enjoys hot laps with Sam Bird at Silverstone

In a 2-minute Formula 1 video, Emilia Clarke displays a mix of excitement and anticipation as she straps in beside McLaren’s Sam Bird for a thrilling Silverstone Circuit experience at the 2024 British Grand Prix.

Sharing the video on X, the official handle of Formula One wrote, "Emilia Clarke enjoyed her @pirellisport hot lap around Silverstone with Sam Bird!"

Actress Emilia Clarke, famed for her unforgettable portrayal of Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones, traded dragons for horsepower at the 2024 British Grand Prix. Teaming up with McLaren’s Sam Bird, Clarke embraced the adrenaline rush of Silverstone Circuit, the racing circuit in England, showcased in a captivating two-minute Formula 1 video.

The footage captures Clarke’s mix of excitement and anticipation as she straps in beside Bird, diving headfirst into the thrilling world of high-speed racing.

At the iconic track, Clarke’s genuine emotions unfolded as the mighty McLaren machine roared to life.

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“I’m so excited!” exclaimed Clarke in the video, her voice brimming with both excitement and a hint of nerves, just before the McLaren unleashed its power on Silverstone’s straights and tricky corners.

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Throughout the exhilarating laps, she held onto every moment with a blend of awe and joy, occasionally voicing concerns about the car’s prowess but never dampening her contagious enthusiasm for the sport.

Watch the video below:

Emilia Clarke enjoyed her @pirellisport hot lap around Silverstone with Sam Bird! 😅 #F1 #BritishGP #F1PirelliHotLaps @MclarenF1 pic.twitter.com/0rVwMbrBps

— Formula 1 (@F1) July 15, 2024

Upon watching the video, fans of both Game of Thrones and F1 tuned in, with one viewer commenting, “Now that’s how it’s done.” Another user added, “A bit like riding dragons, I’d imagine.” Meanwhile, a third user expressed, “Proper reactions. Absolutely approved.”

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