Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen collided in a dramatic moment at the Hungarian Grand Prix, sparking debate and analysis.
- Verstappen blamed Hamilton for the collision, while Hamilton considered it a racing incident.
- Sky F1 analyst Anthony Davidson weighed in, suggesting Hamilton exploited a ‘grey area’ in the braking zone.
- The stewards investigated the collision but decided not to take any action.
- Verstappen drew comparisons to a similar incident he had in Austria with Lando Norris.
Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton clashed at Turn 1 during the Hungarian Grand Prix, leading to a heated exchange of opinions. Verstappen, aiming for P3, locked up and hit Hamilton’s front-right wheel, causing Verstappen’s car to momentarily go airborne.
While Hamilton went on to secure the final podium spot, Verstappen had to settle for P5. The stewards looked into the incident after the race but concluded that no further action was required, labeling it a racing incident.
Verstappen was not pleased and pointed fingers at Hamilton. He recalled facing criticism for a similar move during the Austrian GP when he collided with Lando Norris and received a 10-second penalty.
According to Sky F1 analyst Anthony Davidson, Hamilton might have used the same ‘grey area’ tactic that Verstappen did in Austria. Davidson explained that Hamilton’s early turn into the Hungaroring corner made it tricky for Verstappen, causing the lock-up and subsequent collision.
Davidson described the sequence of events: Hamilton moved back towards the racing line after overtaking a Williams car, taking a shallow angle into the corner. This unexpected move led Verstappen to lock up both front wheels, which resulted in the collision.
Verstappen’s frustration was evident as Davidson highlighted how such ‘grey area’ maneuvers in the braking zone can create uncomfortable situations for the trailing driver. Despite the incident, the lack of penalties suggested that the stewards viewed it as part and parcel of competitive racing.
The Hungarian Grand Prix incident remains a hot topic, reflecting the fine margins in racing tactics and the ongoing rivalry between Hamilton and Verstappen.
Source: Planetf1
