Formula 1
Formula 1: Hungarian Grand Prix Recap
Date: July 22, 2024
The 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix was a race full of drama and excitement, with Oscar Piastri taking his maiden F1 victory in a McLaren one-two finish. The race was also notable for a controversial team order decision by McLaren, which saw Lando Norris forced to cede the lead to his teammate.
Race Highlights
Oscar Piastri Wins Maiden F1 Race
Oscar Piastri secured his first Formula One victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix, marking a significant milestone in his career. The Australian driver, who started from second on the grid, took the lead after a strategic pit stop and held off a determined challenge from his teammate, Lando Norris. The race was a testament to Piastri’s talent and composure, as he managed a tricky situation with aplomb.
AP News (9 minutes ago), KXAN Austin (2 hours ago), The New York Times (1 hour ago), The Telegraph (50 minutes ago), Frontstretch (1 hour ago)
McLaren Team Order Controversy
McLaren’s decision to enforce a team order, instructing Lando Norris to allow Oscar Piastri to take the lead, sparked controversy. Norris, who was leading the race, expressed his frustration with the team’s decision, which he felt was unfair. The team’s justification for the order was to maximize their chances of a one-two finish, but the decision ultimately backfired as Norris’s frustration affected his performance.
The Telegraph (50 minutes ago), The Guardian (4 hours ago), Motorsport.com (1 hour ago)
Hamilton Finishes Third
Lewis Hamilton secured a podium finish, finishing third behind the two McLarens. The seven-time world champion started from sixth on the grid but managed to move up the order during the race. Despite not being in contention for the win, Hamilton’s performance was a positive sign for Mercedes, who are looking to improve their performance in the second half of the season.
KXAN Austin (2 hours ago)
Qualifying Highlights
McLaren Dominates Qualifying
McLaren locked out the front row for the Hungarian Grand Prix, with Lando Norris securing his third career pole position ahead of his teammate, Oscar Piastri. This marked the first time in 12 years that a team had achieved a front-row lockout in qualifying.
The Race (19 hours ago), Autoweek (22 hours ago), RACER (1 day ago), Motorsport.com (9 hours ago)
Perez Crashes Out of Qualifying
Sergio Perez’s struggles continued in Hungary, as he crashed out of qualifying during Q2. The Mexican driver, who has been under pressure due to his recent performances, hit the wall at Turn 11, ending his session prematurely. This incident further adds to the speculation surrounding Perez’s future at Red Bull.
Autoweek (22 hours ago), Motorsport.com (23 hours ago), Newsweek (15 hours ago)
Pre-Race News
Tsunoda Ordered to Rest After Qualifying Crash
Yuki Tsunoda was ordered to rest after a heavy crash during qualifying. The AlphaTauri driver lost control of his car at Turn 5, hitting the barriers hard. The incident prompted the FIA to replace the grass at Turn 5 with gravel to prevent similar accidents in the future.
RacingNews365 (23 hours ago), Motorsport.com (8 hours ago), RaceFans (18 hours ago)
Ricciardo Could Replace Perez at Red Bull
Rumors continue to swirl about a potential driver change at Red Bull, with Daniel Ricciardo being linked to a return to the team. The Australian driver, who is currently racing for AlphaTauri, has impressed in recent races, leading to speculation that he could replace Sergio Perez mid-season.
The Race (4 hours ago), Autosport (9 hours ago)
Post-Race News
Mercedes Dealing with CrowdStrike Outage
Mercedes was dealing with a computer system issue during the Hungarian Grand Prix due to a global outage affecting their partner, CrowdStrike. The outage caused disruption to the team’s operations, highlighting the reliance on technology in modern F1.
Motorsport Week (2 days ago)
Antonelli Unsure About F1 Move
Andrea Kimi Antonelli, a young driver tipped as a potential replacement for Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes, expressed uncertainty about his readiness for Formula 1. The Italian driver, who is currently competing in Formula 3, is considered a rising star, but he believes he needs more experience before making the jump to F1.
ESPN (5 hours ago)
F1 Video Highlights
F2 Feature Race Highlights | 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix
Duration: 8:26
Title rivals in turmoil and a new two-time winner! Watch the highlights from the FIA Formula 2 Feature Race in Hungary. For more F1® videos, …
YouTube (4 hours ago)
Race Highlights | 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix
Duration: 8:10
/ f1 · / formula1 · / f1 · / formula1 · / f1 #F1 #HungarianGP. Race Highlights | 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix. 158K views · 16 minutes ago #F1 #HungarianGP …more …
YouTube (26 minutes ago)
LIVE: Hungarian Grand Prix Post-Race Show
Duration: 39:01
Watch the Post-Race Show for the 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix. For more F1® videos, visit http://www.Formula1.com Follow F1®: http://www.instagram.com/F1 …
YouTube (31 minutes ago)
LIVE: Hungarian Grand Prix Build-Up and Drivers Parade
Duration: 22:14
Catch up with the drivers before the 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix! For more F1® videos, visit http://www.Formula1.com Follow F1®: http://www.instagram.com/F1 …
YouTube (5 hours ago)
F3 Feature Race Highlights | 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix
Duration: 6:30
Other than F1, I love watching F2 & F3! In case if anyone is curious, my favourite team in both categories is Prema Racing.
YouTube (5 hours ago)
