Hungaroring track resurfaced overnight after driver complaints during practice

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Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Hungaroring track resurfaced overnight after driver complaints during practice
Summary

Turn 1 at the Hungaroring has been partially resurfaced overnight following driver complaints after the initial practice sessions for the Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix. Previous resurfacing had occurred in recent years, but severe summer conditions caused subsurface settlement, increasing the bumps on the track. This repair reflects the series' commitment to driver safety and performance. Teams and drivers will have updated conditions for subsequent practice sessions.

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  • Turn 1 resurfaced after complaints from drivers.
  • Issues arose from recent hot, dry summer conditions.
  • Repairs aim to improve safety and performance.
  • Teams will benefit from updated track conditions in practice sessions.
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Turn 1 at the Hungaroring has been partially resurfaced overnight in response to driver complaints after the first day of practice for the Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix. It’s understood that some areas of the track have been resurfaced within the past two years but the hot, dry summer caused some sub-surface settlement, exacerbating some of the bumps. Additionally, the track surface had ...Keep reading

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Turn 1 at the Hungaroring has been partially resurfaced overnight in response to driver complaints after the first day of practice for the Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix. It’s understood that some areas of the track have been resurfaced within the past two years but the hot, dry summer caused some sub-surface settlement, exacerbating some of the bumps. Additionally, the track surface had ...Keep reading

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Track surface was reported to be breaking up in several areas during practice, but Turn 1 was the focus of attention

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