Winners and losers from F1's 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix
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Key Points:
- Max Verstappen secured second place at the Hungarian Grand Prix despite Red Bull's RB22 being the fourth-fastest car, showcasing his exceptional driving skill and strategic tyre choice.
- Lando Norris won the race, demonstrating the fastest pace on track and benefiting from McLaren's upgrades and strategic overcut, marking his first victory of 2026.
- Ferrari underperformed with fourth and fifth places, missing a key opportunity to gain ground in the championship despite strong qualifying performance, highlighting tactical and execution issues.
- Mercedes had a mixed weekend with George Russell finishing seventh after a poor start caused by technical issues, while teammate Kimi Antonelli achieved a podium and extended his championship lead.
- Aston Martin showed progress with solid finishes outside the points, benefiting from upgrades, whereas Cadillac struggled with reliability, suffering double retirements due to brake and internal issues.
