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Ferrari caught off guard by Red Bull's strategy in Hungary

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Ferrari caught off guard by Red Bull's strategy in Hungary

Summary

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur acknowledged that his team was surprised by Max Verstappen's effective 29-lap stint on soft tires during the Hungarian Grand Prix, which helped Red Bull secure a strong finish. Despite a challenging race weekend, Verstappen claimed second place in Budapest, thanks in part to the team's unconventional strategic decision. Ferrari drivers faced difficulties throughout the race. With ongoing developments in the season, teams will be looking to adapt their strategies for upcoming races.

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Key Details

•Max Verstappen finishes second in the Hungarian Grand Prix.
•Ferrari admits they were unprepared for Red Bull's strategy.
•Vasseur credits Verstappen's 29-lap stint on soft tires.
•Ferrari drivers struggled throughout the race weekend.
•Red Bull's strategy could influence future races.

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11:30 AMMotorsport.com — Ferrari surprised by "spicy" Red Bull strategy that yielded Max Verstappen second in Hungary

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Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur admitted his squad was caught out by Verstappen's 29-lap stint on soft tyres that yielded Red Bull second in Formula 1's Hungarian Grand Prix, with team principal Laurent Mekies praising his team for a "spicy" strategy call. Verstappen clinched second in Budapest despite suffering another difficult weekend in the Red Bull, while both Ferrari drivers ...Keep reading
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