Unbelievable Records Shattered! Red Bull’s Epic Victory on the Grand Stage with Jaw-Dropping 250 Podium Domination!

The Historic Numbers Behind Red Bull’s Victory in Hungary

Red Bull Racing made history at the Hungarian Grand Prix by securing a record-breaking 12th consecutive victory. The team’s dominance in the race was evident not only in their win but also in the numerous historic numbers that were achieved. From breaking McLaren’s previous record of 11 consecutive wins in a season to Max Verstappen’s remarkable feat of winning seven consecutive races, here is a rundown of the must-have stats from Sunday’s race in Budapest.

Red Bull’s Record-Breaking Victory

• Red Bull claimed their 12th consecutive victory, surpassing McLaren’s previous record set in 1988.
• In addition to this, Red Bull also tied McLaren’s record of winning the first 11 races of a season.

Verstappen’s Monumental Achievement

• Max Verstappen became the fifth driver in history to win seven consecutive races, joining the elite company of Alberto Ascari, Michael Schumacher, Sebastian Vettel, and Nico Rosberg.
• Verstappen’s win in Hungary marked his 24th victory since the start of 2022, placing him on par with Juan Manuel Fangio’s career total. He now trails only Jim Clark and Niki Lauda, who have 25 victories each.

Milestones for Red Bull

• Red Bull celebrated their 250th podium finish, a testament to their sustained success in Formula 1.
• The Hungarian Grand Prix also marked Verstappen’s 30th consecutive qualifying finish, breaking Daniel Ricciardo’s previous record for the Red Bull team.
• For Verstappen, this victory was the 44th of his career, solidifying his status as one of the sport’s top drivers.

Standout Performances and Surprising Results

While Red Bull’s dominance stole the headlines, there were several other noteworthy performances and surprising results at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Oscar Piastri’s Consistency

• Oscar Piastri secured a fifth-place finish, marking his consecutive top-five finishes in recent races. The young driver has been consistently impressive and is proving to be a rising star in the sport.
• Piastri also achieved his highest-ever Grand Prix position, demonstrating his potential for future success.

George Russell’s Stellar Drive

• George Russell impressed with a remarkable performance, finishing in sixth place. What made his drive even more remarkable was the fact that he gained an incredible 12 positions from his starting position. This was the best performance of his career in terms of positions gained, showcasing his skill and determination on track.

Leclerc’s Comparable Result

• Charles Leclerc finished in seventh place, just one position lower than his result in the previous year’s race. While not achieving a higher finish, his consistent performance shows his ability to maintain a strong position in the highly competitive field.

Impressive Ferrari Duo

• Both Charles Leclerc and his Ferrari teammate Carlos Sainz secured top-ten finishes, with Leclerc in seventh and Sainz in eighth. Comparing their performances to the previous race, they improved by two positions, finishing ninth and tenth respectively at the British Grand Prix.

Alonso’s Rare Misfortune

• Fernando Alonso had a disappointing race, finishing in ninth place. This marked his worst result at the Hungaroring since 2009 and highlighted the challenging nature of the circuit for the experienced driver.

Consistent Points for Stroll

• Lance Stroll secured a point-paying position by finishing in tenth place. This marked the fourth time in the last five races that Stroll has scored points, showcasing his consistency and ability to deliver solid performances.

Double DNF for Alpine

• Both Alpines retired from the race after just two laps, resulting in a double Did Not Finish (DNF) for the team. This was the second consecutive race where neither of the team’s cars reached the checkered flag, raising concerns about their reliability and performance.

Summary

The Hungarian Grand Prix proved to be an eventful race, with Red Bull Racing achieving historic milestones and dominant victories. Max Verstappen’s remarkable run of seven consecutive wins solidified his place among the sport’s greats. Additionally, Red Bull’s record-breaking 12th consecutive victory showcased their sustained excellence on track. Other standout performances included Oscar Piastri’s consistency, George Russell’s impressive drive, and Charles Leclerc’s reliable finishes. However, the race also had its share of surprises, with Fernando Alonso enduring a rare misfortune and both Alpines retiring early. Overall, the Hungarian Grand Prix provided a thrilling display of skill, determination, and strategic prowess, keeping fans on the edge of their seats as the championship battle intensifies.

The main stat was a record 12 consecutive wins in one race, but there were many more historic numbers behind Red Bull’s victory in Hungary, as well as others across the grid. Here’s our rundown of the must-have stats from Sunday’s race in Budapest.

• Red Bull claimed a record-breaking 12th consecutive victory, breaking McLaren’s record from 1988.

• Red Bull simultaneously tied McLaren’s 1988 record of winning the first 11 races of a season.

• Verstappen becomes the fifth driver in history to win seven consecutive races (after Alberto Ascari, Michael Schumacher, Sebastian Vettel and Nico Rosberg).

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• It was Verstappen’s 24th victory since the start of 2022, tying Juan Manuel Fangio’s career total and placing him one behind Jim Clark and Niki Lauda.

• Red Bull achieved its 250th podium finish today.

• Today was Verstappen’s 30th consecutive qualifying finish, breaking Daniel Ricciardo’s Red Bull team record.

• For Verstappen it was victory number 44 in his career.

• With P5, Oscar Piastri has consecutive top-five finishes.

• Second in the early stages, Piastri also raced in his highest Grand Prix position today.

• With P6, George Russell finished 12 places higher than he started, the best performance of his career in terms of positions gained.

• Charles Leclerc – P7 – finished one place lower than last year’s race.

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• Leclerc and his Ferrari teammate Carlos Sainz finished seventh and eighth respectively; they finished ninth and tenth respectively last time out at the British Grand Prix.

• P9 was Fernando Alonso’s worst result at the Hungaroring since 2009.

• With P10, Lance Stroll finished in the points for the fourth time in the last five races.

• Both Alpines were out after two laps, meaning neither team car reached the checkered flag for the second straight race.

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