F1 Nation Title race pressure ‘ramping up’, Max to stay at Red Bull + Fred’s Ferrari deal – 2025 Hungarian GP Preview with Valtteri Bottas
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Jul 31, 2025 Valtteri Bottas, Mercedes Reserve Driver and former F1 star, joins to preview the Hungarian Grand Prix. He discusses Max Verstappen's commitment to Red Bull and the psychological stakes for McLaren drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris as they battle for points. Bottas also highlights Ferrari's stability with Fred Vasseur's new contract and the team's performance upgrades. Additionally, he shares insights on Mercedes' challenges this season and offers advice to rookie Kimi Antonelli facing confidence issues in a high-pressure environment.
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Hungaroring's Key Challenges
- The Hungaroring demands high downforce and intense, non-stop focus due to its twisty nature and heat.
- Tire management is key as the track has mainly slow corners and only one straight.
McLaren Drivers Equal at Hungaroring
- The Hungaroring suits both McLaren drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris equally in terms of performance.
- The winner will likely be the driver who makes the fewest mistakes during qualifying and the race weekend.
Momentum Matters Before Break
- Momentum going into the summer break affects psychological confidence for drivers in the title fight.
- A good last race before the break provides positive vibes, while a poor result can weigh on a driver's mind.