Max Verstappen finished second at the Hungarian Grand Prix at the Hungaroring, expressing surprise at his podium result by stating he was shocked by how he ended up there. Following the race, Red Bull admitted it failed to provide Verstappen with a car he could push during the event.
Throughout the race weekend at the less power-dependent Hungaroring circuit, Red Bull struggled with cornering instability. Despite these handling difficulties, Verstappen managed to secure a second-place finish, leaving former Formula 1 driver and analyst Martin Brundle intrigued by his performance.
Reflecting on the challenges, Red Bull acknowledged that the team is "always on the edge" as they navigate the car's limitations. Verstappen himself remained bewildered by his ability to contend for the podium under such difficult vehicle conditions during the post-race press conference.
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