Martin Brundle believes McLaren’s victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix has kept the 2026 Formula 1 championship wide open. In his post-race assessment, the former F1 driver and Sky Sports pundit argued that the title fight is still very much alive rather than moving toward a clear conclusion.
The key reason for that view is the number of points still available. With 291 points yet to be won, Brundle’s analysis suggests there is still enough of the season left for momentum to swing and for the standings to change significantly.
McLaren’s result in Hungary therefore carries importance beyond a single race win. It strengthens the team’s position in the championship conversation and adds fresh uncertainty to a battle that might otherwise have looked more settled.
Brundle’s comments underline how quickly the picture can change in Formula 1. As long as that many points remain on offer, a strong run of races can reshape the 2026 title race, and McLaren’s Hungarian GP success has made that possibility harder to ignore.
