Culture of the United Kingdom driver to have won the Triple Crown), John Surtees (only world champion in two and four wheels), Jackie Stewart (three time F1 champion), James Hunt, Nigel Mansell (only man to hold F1 and IndyCar titles at the same time), Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton. The British Grand Prix is held at Silverstone every July. Other major sporting events in the UK include the London Marathon, and The Boat Race on the River Thames. The most successful male rower in Olympic history, Steve Redgrave won gold medals at five consecutive Olympic Games. Cycling is a popular physical activity in the UK.
Winning streak (sports) Olympic games — Czechoslovakia and then Czech Republic 6 consecutive gold medals at Olympic games — United States 4 consecutive gold medals at Olympic games — United States 3 consecutive gold medals at Olympic games 3 consecutive gold medals at Olympic games — Soviet Union 3 consecutive gold medals at Olympic games — Ethiopia 4 consecutive gold medals at Olympic games — United States 6 consecutive gold medals at Olympic games — United States 4 consecutive gold medals at Olympic games — Soviet Union 3 consecutive gold medals at World Championships 3 consecutive gold medals at World Championships 3 consecutive