WATCH: Max Verstappen runs off track on Lap 1 of Hungarian GP gets frustrated on Lando Norris

At the Hungarian Grand Prix, a dramatic shift in positions unfolded as Max Verstappen and Lando Norris found themselves in the spotlight following an intriguing sequence of events. Lando Norris, who initially launched a promising start, soon faced a challenge as Oscar Piastri surged into the lead.

Verstappen, who had been in a competitive position, was forced off the track by a manoeuvre that saw him lose his place. This left Norris to drop to third, with Verstappen briefly occupying second place. McLaren swiftly voiced their displeasure with Verstappen's aggressive move, alleging that the Red Bull driver had deliberately forced Norris off the racing line.

Here is the video:

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by SportsInfo Xtreme (@sportsinfoxtreme)

Verstappen, on his part, countered that he had been pushed out rather than intentionally driving Norris off the track. This led to an investigation by the stewards into the incident. Despite the controversy, the situation on the track continued to evolve.

Red Bull suggests Verstappen to give it back

Red Bull, in a strategic move, suggested Verstappen should concede his position to Norris. In response, Verstappen complied, allowing Norris to regain second place behind Oscar Piastri. The stewards, after reviewing the incident, decided that no further action was necessary.

The race saw Verstappen attempting to close the gap to Norris, but overtaking proved challenging on the tight Hungarian circuit. Meanwhile, other drivers like Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll, who were on soft tyres, effectively impeded the progress of those behind them. The race dynamics continued to shift as drivers like Alex Albon and Kevin Magnussen made notable gains.