What to know ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix

The Hungarian Grand Prix, the 14th round of the 2025 Formula 1 season, is set to take place in Budapest. The race weekend will be the last before the summer break. The Hungaroring circuit is known for its tight and twisty layout, which can make for exciting racing. Drivers will face 70 laps around the 4.381 km track, with the race expected to last around 1 hour and 30 minutes. Key statistics include the circuit's layout, with 14 corners and an elevation change of 65 meters. The lap record stands at 1:16.627, set by Lewis Hamilton in 2020. Session times for the weekend are as follows: Friday - Practice 1 at 11:30 and Practice 2 at 15:00; Saturday - Practice 3 at 12:00 and Qualifying at 15:00; Sunday - the race at 15:00. Predictions for the weekend suggest a closely contested battle, with the championship leaders expected to be in the mix. However, the unique nature of the circuit could also see some surprise results.