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Liam Lawson Beats Verstappen in Hungary to Secure Back-to-Back Points

A long stint strategy helped Lawson fend off Verstappen to claim a career-first consecutive points haul.

Liam Lawson continued his hot form with more points in Hungary. Image: XPB Images

Overview

  • Lawson finished eighth at the Hungarian Grand Prix, marking the first time this season he outpaced Max Verstappen among the drivers who saw the chequered flag.
  • The result delivers Lawson’s first career run of back-to-back points finishes, extending his consistent form following the summer break.
  • His eight points in Hungary raise his season total to 20, the most by a New Zealander in a single campaign since 1970.
  • A front suspension upgrade introduced at the Austrian Grand Prix has been credited with igniting Lawson’s recent surge in pace and reliability.
  • Strategic tyre management and an extended first stint at the Hungaroring enabled Lawson to protect his position in a car optimised for Verstappen’s driving style.