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VIDEO: Mercedes' Hungary masterstroke explained!

Martin Macdonald Friday 9 August 2019 14:30

It looked like the Hungarian Grand Prix would be heading to Red Bull as Max Verstappen led for the majority of the race after taking pole position. However, a masterstroke from Mercedes to bring Lewis Hamilton in for new tyres with 20 laps to go ultimately saw the Brit make up the 19-second gap for the win. How did make that bold decision?

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VIDEO: Mercedes' Hungary masterstroke explained!

VIDEO: Mercedes' Hungary masterstroke explained!