The 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix, held at the iconic Hungaroring, witnessed an exciting display of strategic brilliance and driver skill, culminating in a spectacular McLaren 1-2 finish. Lando Norris clinched victory, followed by teammate Oscar Piastri in second, while Mercedes’ George Russell secured the final podium spot.
Charles Leclerc, who started from pole, maintained his lead at lights out. However, chaos soon followed behind him. Lando Norris slipped to fifth but recovered quickly, overtaking Fernando Alonso for fourth. Max Verstappen steadily climbed to seventh. Meanwhile, Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hülkenberg came under investigation for potential jump starts; only Hülkenberg was penalized with a 5-second time penalty.
By lap 13, pit stops began. When Leclerc pitted on lap 19, Norris inherited the race lead, only to pit 13 laps later and return the top spot to Leclerc. Verstappen attempted a bold move on Lewis Hamilton around mid-race, with the incident investigated but no penalty issued.
On lap 40, Leclerc pitted again and came out behind Norris. Piastri took advantage and passed Leclerc for P2 by lap 51. Towards the end, George Russell overtook Leclerc for third. A collision between Gasly and Sainz earned Gasly a 10-second penalty.
In the final laps, a tight battle emerged between the McLaren drivers. Piastri nearly passed Norris, but a lock-up cost him the move. Meanwhile, Leclerc received a 5-second penalty for erratic driving.
After 70 intense laps, Lando Norris emerged victorious, leading a strong McLaren 1-2 finish and showcasing the team’s dominance and precision.