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Max Verstappen Struggles with Car Setup at Hungarian GP

In a surprising twist, Max Verstappen faced significant challenges during the opening day of the Hungarian Grand Prix weekend. The reigning world champion ended up in 14th place during FP2, leaving him 1.1 seconds behind the pace set by Lando Norris. This performance has raised eyebrows, particularly given the competitive field.

Our Take:

While it's unusual to see Verstappen lagging behind, this may be a pivotal moment for Red Bull to reassess their setup priorities. If the team can identify and rectify the issues before qualifying, they might turn this apparent setback into a strategic advantage for the race.

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Source: Motorsport.com

Piastri Optimistic Despite Unpredictable Car Performance in Practice

Oscar Piastri remains upbeat for the remainder of the weekend, reflecting on his strong performances in practice. Despite securing second place in both sessions, the McLaren star noted some unexpected behavior from his MCL39 but feels he has made improvements to the car. Our Take: Piastri's ability to

Alonso Confident in Managing Medical Issues at Hungaroring

Fernando Alonso remains optimistic despite facing challenges due to back pain. The Aston Martin driver, who missed the opening practice session, believes that his medical issues will be "manageable" as he competes in the Hungarian Grand Prix. Our Take: Alonso's resilience is commendable and speaks to

Surprises on the Timing Screens: Russell's Views from the Hungaroring

In a baffling start to the race weekend at the Hungaroring, George Russell expressed his surprise over the unexpected performances from certain teams that emerged at the top of the timing screens. The Mercedes driver described the day as "strange" and noted how these results caught him off

Mexico City Madness: What’s New for the 2025 Mexican Grand Prix at Altitude?

Explore the challenges and strategies teams face at the 2025 Mexican Grand Prix, from engine performance to driver preparation at high altitude.

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Piastri Optimistic Despite Unpredictable Car Performance in Practice

Alonso Confident in Managing Medical Issues at Hungaroring

Surprises on the Timing Screens: Russell's Views from the Hungaroring

Mexico City Madness: What’s New for the 2025 Mexican Grand Prix at Altitude?