The 1972 British Grand Prix was a Formula One motor race held at Brands Hatch on 15 July 1972. It was race 7 of 12 in both the 1972 World Championship of Drivers and the 1972 International Cup for Formula One Manufacturers. The race was won by Brazilian driver Emerson Fittipaldi driving a Lotus 72D. Round 7 of 12 · 1972 Formula One World Championship July 15, 1972 Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Britain Podium: 1. Emerson Fittipaldi · 2. Jackie Stewart · 3. Peter Revson Wiki link