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It’s time for Formula 1’s risk-taking drivers, overworked engineers and harried team principals to relax. At least in theory.

NEWTON, Iowa (AP) — William Byron admitted he was nervous as he headed into the final laps of the NASCAR Cup Series race Sunday at Iowa Speedway. “But I feel like we've been on the other side of this in the last month and a half,” he said.

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — A day after calling himself “useless,” Lewis Hamilton said he's facing issues “in the background” after another difficult Formula 1 race.

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Sometimes, a Formula 1 win is less about speed than strategy and gritty driving. Lando Norris held off McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri in a tense finish to win the Hungarian Grand Prix on Sunday and boost his title chances.

BUDAPEST (AP) — Here's a guide that tells you what you need to know about the Hungarian Grand Prix. It's the 14th round of the 2025 Formula 1 season. How to watch the Hungarian Grand Prix on TV — In the U.S., on ESPN.

NEWTON, Iowa (AP) — Chase Briscoe is starting on the pole for Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway. Finishing up front on a regular basis is his next goal.

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Lewis Hamilton called himself “absolutely useless” and suggested Ferrari should change drivers after he qualified 12th for the Hungarian Grand Prix and teammate Charles Leclerc took pole position .

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — One Ferrari soared on the wind. One didn't.

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Charles Leclerc snatched a surprise first pole position of the year for Ferrari at the Hungarian Grand Prix on Saturday, beating both McLarens.

Some Formula 1 races live in the memory because of thrilling action, some for controversy , some even for being so dull they forced a rule change . And then there's Oscar Piastri's first F1 win, the benchmark for sheer awkwardness .