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Norris holds off late Piastri attack to win in Hungary

Norris holds off late Piastri attack to win in Hungary

Summary

Lando Norris won the Hungarian Grand Prix, holding off his teammate Oscar Piastri in the closing laps. Mercedes' George Russell finished third, overtaking Charles Leclerc's Ferrari late in the race. Both Norris and Piastri raced for McLaren, and their strategies varied with Norris opting for a one-stop plan.

Key Facts

  • Lando Norris won the Hungarian Grand Prix for McLaren.
  • Norris and his teammate Oscar Piastri used different strategies, with Norris opting for a one-stop race.
  • Mercedes driver George Russell finished in third place.
  • Charles Leclerc, who started from pole position, faded to finish behind Russell.
  • Fernando Alonso achieved his best result of the season, finishing fifth for Aston Martin with a one-stop strategy.
  • Lando Norris reduced his points gap to Piastri to nine points in the championship standings.
  • Oscar Piastri attempted to overtake Norris in the race's final laps but was unsuccessful.

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