Max Verstappen ambushes Hamilton: “I knew I only had one chance”

Max Verstappen executed a surprise overtake on Lewis Hamilton on lap 16 of the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix, a move being discussed as a potential 'Overtake of the Year' contender. Verstappen, who started from fifth on the grid at the Hungaroring, went on to secure second place despite being unhappy with his car's performance. The Dutchman described the maneuver as a one-shot opportunity, characterizing it more as a surprise attack than a conventional braking move.