F1 Hungarian GP: Sunday schedule, weather forecast and how to watch
The 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix is set for Sunday, with Lando Norris starting from pole position ahead of Lewis Hamilton. The race is expected to be physically demanding due to high temperatures, making tire management a critical factor.
Why it matters
Formula 1 continues to evolve its broadcast landscape and competitive dynamics, with new drivers like Kimi Antonelli impacting the championship standings.
Formula 1 heads into Sunday at the Hungaroring with Lando Norris on pole after ending Mercedes ' unbeaten run in grand prix qualifying this season.
The McLaren driver beat Lewis Hamilton by just 0.012s in a tense final qualifying run, with Charles Leclerc third and championship leader Kimi Antonelli fourth. Hamilton is also set to face the stewards for allegedly impeding Oscar Piastri , while Antonelli's final lap came under yellow flags after Max Verstappen spun at the final corner.
Sunday's race could be shaped by track position, tyre life and heat at a circuit where overtaking is often difficult. Here is everything you need to know ahead of the Hungarian GP.
This is the starting grid for the 2026 F1 Hungarian GP
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