STRATEGY GUIDE: What are the possible race strategies for the 2023 Hungarian Grand Prix?

Two red flags and wet weather meant the drivers didn’t get much running in first practice for the Hungarian Grand Prix, while a trial aimed at reducing tyre usage is another variable the teams have to cope with in Budapest this weekend. So let’s take a look at the strategy options they have on race day at the Hungaroring…

What’s the quickest strategy?

As the chart below shows, the quickest strategy this weekend in Hungary is a two stopper, starting on the medium tyre for between 17 and 24 laps, before switching to the hard tyre for around 20 to 30 laps, then a final stop for another set of hards.