Lewis Hamilton aims to pressure Kimi Antonelli at Hungarian Grand Prix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 8:03 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Lewis Hamilton heads into the Hungarian Grand Prix looking to apply pressure on Kimi Antonelli and Mercedes. This race is significant as it precedes the F1 mid-season break, with no races scheduled until the Dutch Grand Prix on August 23. Hamilton has highlighted their car's competitive potential, noting he believes they can challenge Mercedes despite Antonelli increasing his points lead recently. Hungary’s track characteristics may favor Hamilton's driving style compared to the previous race in Belgium, which was affected by software issues.
- •Hamilton has won the Hungarian Grand Prix eight times.
- •Antonelli leads Hamilton by 45 points after the last race.
- •It's the last race before F1's mid-season break.
- •Drivers may experience fewer software issues in Hungary.
- •Hungary's winding layout could limit overtaking opportunities.
- 8:03 AMYahoo Sports — Lewis Hamilton looks for a chance to pressure Antonelli as F1 title race comes to Hungary
"Lewis Hamilton has a chance to pile pressure on Kimi Antonelli and Mercedes as the Formula 1 race heads to Hungary. Hamilton has won the Hungarian Grand Prix eight times, making it his most successful event besides his home British Grand Prix. It's the last race before F1's annual mid-season break, and the next race won't be until the Dutch Grand Prix on Aug. 23.
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