Lewis Hamilton has received a permanent honour at the Hungaroring, where Turn 2 has officially been named after the Ferrari driver during celebrations marking 40 years since the circuit hosted its first Formula 1 race. As the record eight-time Hungarian Grand Prix winner, Lewis Hamilton is also the only active F1 driver to have a corner at the Hungaroring named in his honour.
It is a time of celebration at the Budapest circuit. The 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix has yet to take place, but Ferrari has already made a very encouraging start to the weekend. The anniversary commemorates the inaugural Formula 1 race held at the distinctive circuit 40 years ago, beginning a history in which the Hungaroring has often provided opportunities for unexpected winners.
Lewis Hamilton honoured with Hungaroring Turn 2
After Nigel Mansell and Jean Alesi, seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has also left his handprints at the circuit, as shown in a video published on Formula 1’s social media channels. The Ferrari driver’s handprints will be cast in concrete and permanently installed in the Hungaroring’s run-off area.
The tribute recognises Lewis Hamilton’s exceptional Hungarian Grand Prix record. No other active Formula 1 driver currently has a corner at the circuit bearing his name.
Hungaroring corner names honour Formula 1 champions
Turn 2 has been dedicated to Lewis Hamilton, while several other sections of the Hungaroring have been named after Formula 1 champions, famous drivers and locations connected to Hungary:
- Turn 1 – Piquet: Named after Nelson Piquet, winner of the inaugural Hungarian Grand Prix.
- Turn 2 – Hamilton: Dedicated to Lewis Hamilton, the most successful driver in the history of the event.
- Turn 3 – Spring: Referencing the Valley of the Three Springs.
- Turn 4 – Mansell: Honours Nigel Mansell, who won the 1989 Hungarian Grand Prix after starting from 12th place.
- Turn 5 – Mogyorod: Named after the municipality where the circuit is located.
- Turns 6 and 7 – Driving Center: Named after the Hungaroring’s driver-training facility.
- Turns 8 and 9 – Buda and Pest: A reference to the two historic parts of Budapest.
- Turn 10 – Danube: Named after the river that flows through Budapest.
- Turn 11 – Alesi: Dedicated to Jean Alesi.
- Turn 12 – Schumacher: Named in honour of Michael Schumacher.
- Turn 13 – Senna: Dedicated to Ayrton Senna.
- Turn 14 – Szisz: Named after Ferenc Szisz, winner of the first Grand Prix in history in 1906.
Lewis Hamilton targets first Hungarian victory with Ferrari
Honouring the king of the Hungaroring 👑
Turn 2 has been named after Lewis Hamilton in recognition of his record-breaking eight wins at the circuit 🏆#F1 #HungarianGP pic.twitter.com/C9moEcGsvI
— Formula 1 (@F1) July 24, 2026
Lewis Hamilton has won at the Hungaroring more times than any other driver, securing eight victories. His first three Hungarian Grand Prix wins came with McLaren, followed by another five with Mercedes.
Lewis Hamilton now hopes to add a Hungarian victory with Ferrari. Over the past 20 years, the Italian team has won only twice at the Hungaroring, with Sebastian Vettel claiming both victories. Ferrari currently appears capable of challenging with both cars, as Charles Leclerc also made an excellent start to the opening day after previously discussing Ferrari’s prospects at the Hungaroring.
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