For the first time since 2016 and not counting the pandemic-disrupted 2020 season, Budapest is not Formula 1's last venue before the summer break, with the upcoming trip to Spa set to do that shortly this year.
But there were familiar feelings elsewhere, as the narrow, lower-speed Hungarian track produced another dull race, with Max Verstappen dominating for Red Bull up front. That combo did at least provide a small but very noteworthy subplot for the season, as well as another chapter in the Dutchman's battle with Lewis Hamilton. Plus, there was Sergio Perez needing yet another race recovery charge, yet more misery at Ferrari and Alpine, and further joy for McLaren.
