Having hosted the Hungarian Grand Prix since 1986, the Hungaroring has developed a reputation of being one of the most difficult tracks to overtake on. It is tight, twisty and has only one major overtaking opportunity, turn 1.

The track is bumpy and slippery, as it is rarely used apart from F1. The temperatures are normally very warm, and dry.

High downforce is essential here to get good speed through the corners. The first corner was modified in time for 2003, and generally overtaking opportunities were slightly improved. Drama at the first corner can also be expected, as Christian Klien rolled his Red Bull here in last year's race.

This is one track where surprises can happen, for example Damon Hill's near victory in 1997 in the uncompetitive Arrows.

Qualifying position here is extremely important, just like in Monaco. Fernando Alonso won from pole in 2003, in an unusually exciting race. Don't expect to be thrilled watching this race in 2006, but anything can still happen.

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