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via theguardian.comOscar Piastri Expresses Frustration During Hungarian Grand PrixOscar Piastri voiced his displeasure over a collision with Carlos Sainz during the Hungarian Grand Prix, describing the incident as 'unacceptable.' Despite his frustrations, Piastri accepted McLaren's race strategy and acknowledged the challenges he faces in adapting to the sport.
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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.+ 3 moreSun 26 Jul · 14:57 UTC
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 grandprix.comRed Bull cuts Verstappen media as car criticism eruptsRed Bull sharply reduced Max Verstappen's media appearances after qualifying in Hungary as the Dutchman renewed his fierce criticism of the unpredictable 2026 car.
via grandprix.comWilliams must copy Aston's big leap says SainzCarlos Sainz says Williams must now prove it can emulate Aston Martin's dramatic Hungary transformation after Fernando Alonso suddenly escaped the back of the grid with the team's heavily revised 'B' car.
via grandprix.comMalaysia to Host 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang CircuitFormula 1 has announced that Malaysia will host the Bahrain Grand Prix in 2026 at the Sepang International Circuit. This marks the return of F1 to Malaysia for the first time since 2017.+ 3 moreSun 26 Jul · 10:30 UTC
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.Sat 25 Jul · 16:58 UTC
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 readingSat 25 Jul · 16:46 UTC
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.+ 3 moreSat 25 Jul · 15:19 UTC
via grandprix.comWurz says GPDA already reshaping hated 2026 rulesGPDA chairman Alex Wurz says Formula 1's drivers have already forced changes to the heavily criticised 2026 regulations, even though a more radical overhaul was impossible.
via grandprix.comLeclerc baby rumours erupt in Hungary paddockCharles Leclerc is reportedly preparing to become a father, although neither the Ferrari driver nor his wife Alexandra has officially confirmed the pregnancy.
via grandprix.comRed Bull rescued Tsolov from Alonso-linked debtRed Bull's next F1 star c was reportedly rescued from serious financial difficulty after Dr Helmut Marko extracted him from a restrictive agreement linked to Fernando Alonso's management structure.
via grandprix.comWolff Discusses Mercedes' Future Driver Lineup PlansToto Wolff has indicated that Mercedes is not urgently seeking to sign Max Verstappen for 2027, citing the rise of Kimi Antonelli. The team is currently focused on retaining George Russell while keeping options open for future driver pairings.
via grandprix.comHorner rumours linger as much better Aston runsAdrian Newey hopes Aston Martin's radically overhauled car has finally ended the "complete nightmare" of its disastrous start to the 2026 season.
via CrashKimi Antonelli Faces Lawsuit from Former Manager Giovanni MinardiKimi Antonelli, the current leader in the Formula 1 championship, is involved in a civil lawsuit initiated by his former manager, Giovanni Minardi. The lawsuit centers on claims of unpaid compensation related to Antonelli's career prior to his entry into Formula 1.
via grandprix.comRacing Bulls pair go viral on budget flightRacing Bulls teammates Arvid Lindblad and Liam Lawson went viral after flying home from Spa together on an EasyJet flight.
via grandprix.comHamilton skips key FIA meeting over Spa penaltiesSeveral Formula 1 drivers reportedly skipped an important FIA meeting in Hungary to discuss driving standards and controversial stewarding decisions from Spa.
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 readingSat 25 Jul · 11:40 UTC
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 readingSat 25 Jul · 09:09 UTC
via theguardian.com‘I’m living every lap and every corner’: Allan McNish on guiding Audi into F1 from pitwallRacing director believes his career behind the wheel can help the team deliver where others have failed as new entrants in the top tier of motor sport There is nowhere to hide in Formula One, a sport where deficiency is brutally exposed week in, week out. It is an environment where success must be fought for tooth and nail yet one where the former driver and multiple Le Mans winner Allan McNish is in his element, convinced he and his Audi team can deliver where so many others have failed. Always a gregarious, personable character, McNish could not be more at ease even under the intense pressure in his position as racing director for the team which joined the grid for the first time this year. He is one of the very few personnel in F1 in such a senior position who is a former driver and one who has enjoyed enormous success. Continue reading...
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