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Norris Claims First Win of 2026 Season in Dramatic Hungarian Grand Prix

Published July 26, 2026 at 4:03 PM UTC

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Lando Norris secured his first victory of the 2026 Formula One season at the Hungarian Grand Prix on Sunday, capitalizing on a late retirement by his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri. The win ends a dry spell for Norris and moves him up in the drivers' championship standings. Piastri, who had been leading comfortably, suffered a mechanical failure that forced him out of the race, handing the lead to Norris. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton's difficult weekend continued with another penalty, while rookie Kimi Antonelli outperformed his Mercedes teammates, including title rivals Hamilton and George Russell. The race had significant implications for the constructors' championship, with McLaren narrowing the gap to Red Bull. Norris's victory was celebrated by the team but also raised questions about the reliability of the McLaren car. The race also saw strong performances from Ferrari and Aston Martin drivers. The result means the championship battle remains tight as the season progresses.