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via f1oversteer.comHonda engine numbers were ‘significantly lower’ than expected in Aston Martin testAston Martin tested Honda’s upgraded engine for the first time in a behind-closed-doors session at the Hungaroring last month. The upgrade, which is primarily targeted ...
via f1technical.netNorris and Verstappen Highlight Antonelli's Impressive 2026 SeasonLando Norris and Max Verstappen have recognized Andrea Kimi Antonelli as a standout performer in the 2026 Formula 1 season. Antonelli's consistent performances have propelled him to the top of the Drivers' Championship standings.
via RacingNews365F1 driver struck and injured by medical car in bizarre incidentTaki Inoue was hit by an official car at an F1 grand prix for the second time in 1995, on 13 August at the Hungaroring.
via RacingNews365Red Bull raise critical McLaren question mark after 'big jump'Laurent Mekies has pinpointed a crucial unknown after McLaren's "impressive" Hungaroring upgrade.
via RacingNews365Lance Stroll makes 'huge' Aston Martin claim: 'Maybe in the history of this team'Lance Stroll was pleased by the "huge" step forward Aston Martin took with its Hungaroring upgrade package.
via RacingNews365Lando Norris Aims for More Success After Hungary VictoryLando Norris secured his first win of the Formula 1 season at the Hungaroring, marking a significant turnaround for his campaign. Following this victory, he expressed confidence in McLaren's potential for future races.
via Motorsport.comDebate Surrounds Carlos Sainz's Penalty After Hungarian GP IncidentThe incident between Carlos Sainz and Oscar Piastri during the Hungarian Grand Prix has sparked discussions about the appropriateness of Sainz's penalty. James Vowles, Williams team principal, acknowledged the circumstances surrounding the blue flag situation, while Guenther Steiner criticized the FIA for being too lenient.
via grandprix.comCzech president works as accredited F1 photographerCzech president Petr Pavel spent the Hungarian GP working as an ordinary accredited photographer at the Hungaroring.
via theguardian.comMcLaren’s team principal hails ‘great trajectory’ of Lando Norris after win‘He’s more in control of his emotions,’ says Andrea Stella World champion won his first race of season in Hungary Lando Norris is at the peak of his powers after his win at the Hungarian Grand Prix demonstrated the world champion has a stronger psychological approach to driving, according to the McLaren team principal, Andrea Stella. Norris took his team’s first win of the season on Sunday with a commanding drive at the Hungaroring after Mercedes dominance for much of the campaign. The Briton has always maintained his team would come back into contention and duly did so, beating the Red Bull of Max Verstappen into second and the Mercedes of Kimi Antonelli into third. Continue reading...
via theguardian.com‘Pretty bad’: Lewis Hamilton hits out at Ferrari after dropping points in F1 title raceHamilton questions strategy after finishing fifth Briton lost place after penalty for speeding in pit lane Lewis Hamilton expressed frustration with his Ferrari team after he dropped points in the title battle against Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli at the Hungarian Grand Prix, while Lando Norris returned to form with the defending world champion claiming his first race victory of the season . Hamilton finished in fourth place on the track at the Hungaroring but, with a five-second penalty imposed for speeding in the pit lane, he was classified as fifth in the race won by McLaren’s Norris, with Max Verstappen second for Red Bull and Antonelli third. Continue reading...
via CrashHonda's New F1 Engine Set for Debut at Aston Martin EventHonda will unveil its new Formula 1 engine during an Aston Martin filming day at the Hungaroring. The debut follows positive developments for the power unit ahead of the upcoming Dutch Grand Prix.
via grandprix.comLando Norris Secures First Victory of 2026 in HungaryLando Norris achieved his first win of the 2026 Formula 1 season at the Hungarian Grand Prix, finishing ahead of Max Verstappen and Antonelli. His teammate, Oscar Piastri, faced a setback with a gearbox failure, leading to his retirement from the race.
via grandprix.comHungaroring asphalt raises race-stoppage fearsCrumbling asphalt has put Formula 1 officials on alert ahead of the Hungarian GP, with concerns that worsening track damage could even interrupt Sunday's race.
via AutosportGeorge Russell Faces Engine Issues Ahead of Hungarian Grand PrixGeorge Russell experienced an engine software problem that affected his start during the Hungarian Grand Prix. Despite this, he will receive a new V6 engine after a water leak in qualifying but will retain his seventh position on the grid.
via AutosportVerstappen on latest Red Bull woes: "Desperate? I'm already past that stage"Qualifying at the Hungaroring turned out to be a disappointing affair for Red Bull. Ahead of the weekend, team principal Laurent Mekies hoped that the energy-rich circuit near Budapest would suit the RB22 slightly better, but reality proved far more difficult than expected. Verstappen will start Sunday's race from fourth on the grid - up two spots from where he qualified due to grid penalties ... Keep reading
via grandprix.comNorris Secures Pole as Hamilton and Antonelli Face Grid PenaltiesLando Norris achieved his first pole position of the 2026 season at the Hungarian Grand Prix, narrowly beating Lewis Hamilton. Both Hamilton and Kimi Antonelli received three-place grid penalties for separate infractions during qualifying.
via AutosportF1 Hungarian GP: Norris beats Hamilton to top final practiceMcLaren driver Lando Norris has led a three-team fight to top final practice at Formula 1's Hungarian Grand Prix, setting up an intriguing qualifying session in Budapest. Norris' late 1m18.939s flyer was just over a tenth quicker than Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes' championship leader Kimi Antonelli on the twisty Hungaroring. FP3's opening phase was quiet as drivers kept their powder dry for ... Keep reading
via AutosportF1 Hungarian Grand Prix track repaired overnight following driver complaintsTurn 1 at the Hungaroring has been partially resurfaced overnight in response to driver complaints after the first day of practice for the Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix. It’s understood that some areas of the track have been resurfaced within the past two years but the hot, dry summer caused some sub-surface settlement, exacerbating some of the bumps. Additionally, the track surface had ... Keep reading
via AutosportF1 Hungarian GP: Hamilton leads Ferrari 1-2 in FP2, Colapinto crashes for AlpineLewis Hamilton has ended Formula 1’s Hungarian Grand Prix second practice session on top, pipping Ferrari stablemate Charles Leclerc at a slippery Hungaroring circuit. George Russell reported a "dreadful" rear balance, Kimi Antonelli suffered rear locking, Charles Leclerc locked up the front in Turn 1, while Pierre Gasly was convinced something was wrong with his car, such was its ... Keep reading
via AutosportAston Martin's Upgrades Show Promise at Hungarian Grand PrixFernando Alonso expressed optimism regarding the performance of Aston Martin's upgraded AMR26 during the Hungarian Grand Prix. The team aims to build on this momentum despite challenges faced by teammate Lance Stroll.