10 things we learned from the 2023 F1 Hungarian Grand Prix

Max Verstappen scored his seventh win in succession in Hungary while taking Red Bull to a record-breaking 12th on the spin. It was another reminder that the opposition has work to do, even after Lewis Hamilton ended its run of pole positions with his first since 2021. As McLaren again proved to be Red Bull's closest challengers and Daniel Ricciardo returned, here's what we learned

For the first time since 2016 and not counting the pandemic-disrupted 2020 season, Budapest is not Formula 1’s last venue before the summer break, with the upcoming trip to Spa set to do that shortly this year. 

But there were familiar feelings elsewhere, as the narrow, lower-speed Hungarian track produced another dull race, with Max Verstappen dominating for Red Bull up front. That combo did at least provide a small but very noteworthy subplot for the season, as well as another chapter in the Dutchman’s battle with Lewis Hamilton. Plus, there was Sergio Perez needing yet another race recovery charge, yet more misery at Ferrari and Alpine, and further joy for McLaren. 

Here we present the pick of what we learned from F1's 2023 Hungarian Grand Prix. 

1. Red Bull now occupies a unique place in F1 history, with another coming up fast 

Source: Autosport