Lewis Hamilton brands Hungaroring as a “a big go kart track” ahead of Hungarian GP

Lewis Hamilton describes Hungaroring similar to Go-karting track because it barely has any straights

Lewis Hamilton brands Hungaroring as a “a big go kart track” ahead of Hungarian GP

Lewis Hamilton (Via IMAGO)

The 2024 Formula 1 season moves ahead to it’s 13th event of the season at Budapest. All the team’s will be seen at the Hungaroring this weekend. Lewis Hamilton expressed his excitement and talked about the circuit and the values it holds.

Lewis Hamilton described his approach to racing in Hungary. The Briton stated that Hungaroring barely has straight ways where he follows late braking and V-shaped cornering . He mentioned that late braking allows him to carry more speed for longer before slowing down. In the other hand V-shaped cornering referred to taking driving through corners sharply, turning quickly and then accelerating out.

My driving style is very. late braking, v-shaped cornering. This is a track where late braking works, being aggressive on most corer entries because there’s not many straights afterwards.”
Lewis Hamilton said.

Hamilton explained that his driving style helps him gain time on corner entries and keep that advantage because the straights on the track aren’t very long. Since the straights are short, other drivers don’t have much chance to catch up. He compared the track to a big go-kart track, where similar techniques work well.

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You accumulate or gain time on those corner entries and are often able to hold onto it because the straights aren't too long. It's a bit like a good kart track, almost like a big go-kart track. I've always loved driving on this track.
Lewis Hamilton added.
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Lewis Hamilton appreciates Budapest’s environment

Lewis Hamilton highlighted that Budapest as a city is very fascinating. It has beautiful architecture and friendly people around the city. He admitted that he loves driving in this city, even though it doesn’t have high speed corners. He finds it very thrilling and challenging.

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Lewis Hamilton (Via IMAGO)
Budapest has beautiful architecture, and the people seem really nice. It's one of my favorite circuits to drive on, even though it doesn't have long straights or high speed sections.
Lewis Hamilton expressed.

Hamilton emphasized, despite the slower speeds the layout of the track makes it exciting and enjoyable to drive. The seven-time-world champion appreciated how the circuit tests his skills, requiring precise control and technique, which makes it one of his favorite places to race.

It's mostly low and medium speed, but it's wicked.
Lewis Hamilton added.

Certainly, Lewis Hamilton is looking forward to racing in one of his favorite circuits which is a lot like go-karting. Hamilton is optimistic about his performance in the upcoming Hungarian GP. Fans are eager to watch him win another race and score points for the team .

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