McLaren Secures 200th Formula 1 Win with Hungarian Grand Prix One-Two

McLaren achieved a historic milestone by securing their 200th Formula 1 Grand Prix victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix, marking the second team after Ferrari to reach this feat. Lando Norris won the race using a strategic one-stop pit approach, narrowly holding off teammate Oscar Piastri, who finished second, while George Russell of Mercedes took third place. The race was notable for the contrasting pit strategies employed, with Norris's one-stop plan proving decisive against Piastri’s two-stop strategy, and Charles Leclerc, who started on pole, falling behind due to chassis issues. McLaren CEO Zak Brown praised the team's flawless pit stops, race strategy, and clean competition between the teammates, calling the race almost perfect. This victory strengthened McLaren's lead in the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships, emphasizing their dominance this season. McLaren's 200 wins span a rich history beginning with Bruce McLaren in 1968, and they have seen success powered by various engines, including Ford-Cosworth, Porsche, Honda, and Mercedes, with legendary drivers like Ayrton Senna contributing significantly to their legacy.