F1 Today | Schumacher 'trusts' Hamilton to make correct retirement decision

22:03, 04 Aug

Updated: 22:37, 04 Aug

byKada Sarkozi

After the conclusion of the Hungarian Grand Prix, the summer break is here in Formula 1. Catch up with the best news of the day with GPblog.

Schumacher trusts Hamilton making retirement call

Lewis Hamilton had a difficult Hungarian Grand Prix, where the British driver crossed the finish line in 12th place, after qualifying in the same position a day before.

From his experience, former driver Ralf Schumacher commented that he expects Hamilton to 'hand the car in early', he said on Sky Sports Germany. "I've personally experienced the same thing. That was in the DTM, where I said: 'Okay, there's no point in this anymore,'" the German commented.

Sky Sports' Martin Brundle also wrote in his column about Hamilton's weekend.

Pirelli tyre test at the Hungaroring

Two days after the conclusion of the Hungarian Grand Prix, on-track action continues at the Hungaroring. On Tuesday and Wednesday, Pirelli will conduct tyre test in development for 2026.

Among others, Lando Norris for McLaren and Charles Leclerc for Ferrari will participate, while Max Verstappen and Red Bull Racing will be absent. Read the complete list here!

Wolff on Russell's contract

After months of rumours, on Thursday, Max Verstappen confirmed at the Hungaroring that he will remain with Red Bull Racing for the 2026 F1 season.

After the Hungarian Grand Prix, where George Russell finished on the podium in third position behind the two McLaren drivers, Toto Wolff was asked about the Briton's future. Read the complete story here!