When was the track constructed?
Nine months after construction began on the Hungaroring in 1985, the circuit was ready for competition. In an effort to host Formula 1, the Hungarian government initially contemplated restoring the ancient Nepliget park circuit in Budapest, but ultimately decided to construct a purpose-built venue.
When did the first Grand Prix occur?
It was the year 1986. Nelson Piquet famously slithered his Williams around the outside of Ayrton Senna's Lotus to seize the lead and win the first F1 race at the Hungaroring.
How the circuit feel's like?
The Hungaroring is frequently compared to a karting circuit due to its lack of straights, and the comparison is uncanny. Given the numerous series of bends, teams choose for Monaco-levels of downforce, and a well-sorted chassis is typically rewarded above horsepower due to the short straights available. Finding a solid rhythm is essential to achieving quick lap times, which is a challenge that many drivers like.
