Lando Norris commands lead in Hungarian GP despite Piastri's troubles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 10:57 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Lando Norris showcased dominant pace during the Hungarian Grand Prix, leading from pole position. Although his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri briefly took the lead, Norris quickly closed the gap. Piastri faced contact with Carlos Sainz and ultimately retired on lap 56 due to a technical failure, securing Norris's victory. F1 pundit James Hinchcliffe stated that Norris would have won regardless of Piastri's issues, citing his significant pace advantage throughout the race. McLaren's team decisions during the race were also highlighted, particularly regarding pitstop strategies.
- •Norris started from pole position at the Hungaroring.
- •Piastri led early but had a collision with Sainz.
- •Norris went on to secure victory after Piastri's retirement.
- •Hinchcliffe suggests Norris would have won regardless of Piastri's issues.
- •McLaren faced strategic decisions regarding pitstops during the race.
- 10:57 PMYahoo Sports — Lando Norris would have won Hungarian GP even without Oscar Piastri's problems, says F1 TV pundit
"James Hinchcliffe believes Lando Norris had the pace to outright beat Oscar Piastri and win the Hungarian Grand Prix
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