f1 free practice today, friday 24 july: schedule for the 2026 hungarian gp
Today, friday 24 july 2026, Formula 1 returns to the track for the first two free practice sessions of the hungarian grand prix. The weekend at Hungaroring, the last event before the summer break, begins with FP1 at 13:30 CEST (11:30 UTC) and continues with FP2 at 17:00 CEST (15:00 UTC).
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Following the Belgian Grand Prix, teams and drivers must quickly adapt to a very different circuit. They move from the long straights and high-speed corners of Spa-Francorchamps to the slow and twisty Hungaroring. Here, aerodynamic downforce, traction, and precision in direction changes are essential.
F1inGenerale will be on site at Hungaroring to cover the weekend with news, photos, and exclusive paddock content. In the evening, fans can interact with our reporters during a live Instagram session, focusing on the analysis of the first day’s track activity.
Local time schedule for the 2026 Hungarian GP in Budapest
Aston Martin introduces updates at Budapest
Today will be particularly important for Aston Martin. After a disappointing first half of the season, the British team is expected to bring a significant upgrade package to Hungaroring.
The two Friday sessions will allow them to gather initial data and compare the new setup with what was used in previous races. Their goal is to improve their car’s competitiveness and try to turn around a frustrating season.
Other teams will also use the free practice to refine their setups and understand tyre management on a track where high temperatures can heavily affect degradation.
what to expect from today’s free practice
Hungaroring demands a car with high aerodynamic downforce, strong traction out of slow corners, and excellent stability through the long series of direction changes in the mid-sector.
During FP1, teams will mainly focus on understanding setups and testing technical updates. FP2 will be more useful for qualifying run simulations and assessing race pace with a heavier fuel load.
when do free practice sessions start today?
The first free practice session of the 2026 Hungarian GP begins today at 13:30 CEST (11:30 UTC), followed by second free practice at 17:00 CEST (15:00 UTC).
Both sessions will be broadcast live. Unfortunately, free practice will not be available on free-to-air channels.
🇭🇺 f1 free practice times at the hungarian gp today, friday 24 july 🇭🇺
live session schedule
- 13:30 CEST (11:30 UTC) – free practice 1
- 17:00 CEST (15:00 UTC) – free practice 2
- evening – f1ingenerale live on Instagram with reporters on site at Hungaroring
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