# McLaren did NOT want Lando Norris to win | Papaya Rules | 2026 Hungarian GP Review

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Podcast: [Inside Line F1 Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/inside-line-f1-podcast-997858)
Published: 2026-07-27T05:46:00+00:00
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Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah review the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix, and how McLaren almost did NOT want a Lando Norris win.How did Norris pull off his first win as a Formula 1 World Champion, and why was McLaren so much quicker in Hungary? Did Ferrari cost Lewis Hamilton yet another race win and why did Hamilton pick up yet another 5 second time penalty?Tune in to the Inside Line F1 Podcast with Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah. Most F1 races are unpredictable, but this Hungarian Grand Prix shatters expectations—and reveals the breathtaking undercurrents that could reshape the season. When McLaren’s bold strategy, unexpected chaos, and a series of technical mishaps collided, Lando Norris seized his first victory as a world champion — driven by pure speed and strategic genius. Meanwhile, Oscar Piastri’s race was derailed at the last second, highlighting the razor-thin margins that decide race wins or wrecked dreams. In this episode, we dissect the race-altering decisions that kept Norris ahead of Lewis Hamilton’s furious charge, uncover how McLaren’s daring moves may signal a resurgence, and expose the strange twists that turned Hungary into a battleground for both strategy and survival. You'll discover how Ferrari’s struggle for clean air and track position kept them from victory, why Mercedes’ gamble nearly paid off, and what Max Verstappen’s controversial overtake says about racing's future. We also explore the chaos behind-the-scenes—blue flag issues, pit lane penalties, and the nightmare that Williams finds itself in—drawing out the broader implications for teams, drivers, and the championship fight. This episode isn’t just a race review; it’s a revelation of the racing mindsets, tactical blunders, and technical fragilities that could flip the championship on its head. Wi…

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