Formula 1 3 Hours

Last updated: July 25, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Hungarian Grand Prix Qualifying Drama

Kimi Antonelli for the Hungarian Grand Prix after failing to heed yellow flags during qualifying. Antonelli had secured fourth on the grid before the penalty was applied. Lewis Hamilton also received a three-place grid drop for impeding Oscar Piastri in the final Q3 shootout. George Russell, despite a necessary engine change due to a water leak.

Team and Driver Reactions

Red Bull experienced a disappointing qualifying session at the Hungaroring, with Max Verstappen. Fernando Alonso, however, marking his first Q2 appearance of the 2026 campaign. Antonelli was initially, while Hamilton was summoned by stewards for his incident with Piastri.