The Hungaroring circuit has officially named all 14 of its corners, with Turn 2 now designated as ‘Hamilton’ in honour of Lewis Hamilton. This announcement was made today, July 24, 2026, as part of the Hungarian Grand Prix’s 40th-anniversary celebrations.
Hamilton, currently a Ferrari driver, holds the record as the most successful competitor at the Budapest venue. He has secured eight victories and nine pole positions at the Hungaroring throughout his career.
The decision to name Turn 2 after Hamilton also aligns with his personal preference. He previously stated in an interview that if a corner were ever named after him, Turn 2 would be his choice.
As part of the anniversary commemorations, Hamilton, alongside Nigel Mansell and Jean Alesi, has left his handprints. These will be cast in concrete and permanently installed in the circuit’s run-off area.
The naming process commenced during the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix, where fans were invited to submit their preferred corner names. A panel of experts, including motorsport professionals associated with the circuit since 1986 and specialist media representatives, reviewed these suggestions.
Other Formula 1 legends have also received recognition. Turn 1 is now named ‘Piquet’ after Nelson Piquet, who won the first two Hungarian Grands Prix. This corner was also the site of his notable outside pass on Ayrton Senna in 1986.
Turn 4 has been named ‘Mansell’, acknowledging Nigel Mansell’s deep connection to the circuit. He clinched his 1992 World Championship at the Hungaroring and delivered a memorable charge from 12th on the grid to victory in 1989.
Jean Alesi is honoured with Turn 11, a corner informally known by his name among fans following his crash there during practice in 1995. This unofficial tribute has now been made permanent.
Michael Schumacher, a four-time Hungarian Grand Prix winner who secured his fourth world title at the circuit in 2001, has Turn 12 named after him. Ayrton Senna, the first polesitter at the track in 1986, is commemorated at Turn 13.
The final corner pays tribute to Hungarian motorsport pioneer Ferenc Szisz, who won the world’s first Grand Prix in 1906. His legacy is also marked by a statue in the Hungaroring Statue Park.
Additional corners have been named to reflect local heritage and landmarks. Turn 3 is ‘Spring’, referencing the Valley of the Three Springs where the circuit is located. Turn 5 is ‘Mogyoród’, after the municipality.
Turns 6 and 7 are collectively known as ‘Driving Center’, honouring Hungary’s first driver training facility. The complex of Turns 8 and 9 is named ‘Buda/Pest’, celebrating the connection to Budapest. Turn 10 is ‘Danube’, after the river.
