Lewis Hamilton Wants Racing Records, Racial Justice Ahead Of Hungarian GP

Four days after one of his most accomplished and memorable wins, Lewis Hamilton returns to one of his favorite circuits this weekend with more than one other Formula One record in his sights. As he prepares for the Hungarian Grand Prix on the tight and winding Hungaroring circuit, 25 kilometers north of Budapest, the six-time world champion will build on his experience and momentum as he pursues the twin goals of a seventh drivers' title and makes it durable. advance the global campaign against racism for equality, diversity and justice.

Hamilton has enjoyed seven previous victories in Hungary and can tie on Sunday with Michael Schumacher's milestone of claiming eight at the same Grand Prix.

Schumacher achieved eight wins at the French Grand Prix at Magny Cours between 1994 and 2006, a feat that Hamilton hopes to emulate.

"Every time I think of Michael's records, it's still amazing to me," said Hamilton when he looked back at the Budapest weekend after his Styrian Grand Prix victory last Sunday.

"I have always loved Hungary.

"You would probably say that Budapest and Montreal were my strongest, so I'm excited to be back, it's a track where the Red Bulls generally do well, so it won't be easy."

Red Bull's Max Verstappen seeks to end the winning start for Mercedes for the delayed COVID-19 season and prevent the champion team from completing a season-opening hat-trick.

The Dutchman came home third behind Hamilton and his Mercedes teammate Valtteri Bottas, who won the first game of the season at the Red Bull Ring on Sunday and admitted that he did not have the absolute speed to match them.

However, his team boss Christian Horner believes Red Bull can bridge that gap at the Hungaroring, but Verstappen is less certain.

"I don't know," he said. "But, sure, I hope it's better."

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