At the Hungarian Grand Prix, McLaren secured a remarkable one-two finish, with Australian rookie Oscar Piastri claiming his first Formula One victory. The race was marked by an intense team dynamic that saw Lando Norris ultimately yield the lead to his teammate.
Piastri, who started second on the grid, took the lead at the first turn and maintained a strong performance throughout the race. However, a pit-stop strategy temporarily put Norris in front, leading to a tense situation within the McLaren team.
After much deliberation and radio communication, Norris eventually followed team orders and allowed Piastri to retake the lead with just two laps remaining. Piastri expressed his joy at the victory, saying,
“This is the day I dreamed of as a kid, standing on the top step of the podium.”
Norris, despite his disappointment, acknowledged the team’s decision and Piastri’s performance.
“Oscar had a good start. (His win) was coming at some point, and he deserved it today,” Norris stated after the race.
Lewis Hamilton rounded out the podium, securing third place after an intense battle with Max Verstappen. The reigning champion Verstappen finished fifth, his third consecutive race without a win.
The McLaren duo’s performance has shaken up the constructors’ championship, with the team now closing the gap to leaders Red Bull. This result also adds Piastri to the growing list of different winners this season, injecting more excitement into the championship battle.
As the F1 season enters its second half, the Hungarian Grand Prix has set the stage for what promises to be an intriguing and competitive remainder of the year.
You can watch the full F1 highlights at the Hungarian Grand Prix here.
