As part of the celebrations for Hungaroring’s 40th anniversary, the circuit announced the official naming of all its corners. Turn 13 was named Senna, honoring the three-time Brazilian world champion.
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Senna was among the protagonists of the first Hungarian Grand Prix in 1986, when he started from pole position. Subsequently, he achieved three victories at the circuit, in 1988, 1991, and 1992, consolidating his name among the greatest winners in the track’s history.
“Ayrton is a great reference for the drivers on the grid and for all of Formula 1. This tribute fills us with joy and reinforces the historical connection between Senna and one of Formula 1’s most traditional circuits,” says Bianca Senna, Ayrton’s niece and CEO of Senna Brands US.
The tribute will permanently integrate the Hungaroring track. The initiative also recognized other great names in Formula 1 and references linked to the history of the circuit and Hungary. In addition to Ayrton Senna, Brazilian Nelson Piquet was honored with Turn 1, in reference to his victories in the first two editions of the Hungarian GP and the historic overtake on Senna in the inaugural 1986 race.
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Among the other chosen names are Lewis Hamilton, the greatest winner in the track’s history, Nigel Mansell, 1992 world champion, Jean Alesi, whose time at the circuit became especially memorable for Hungarian fans, and Michael Schumacher, winner of four Hungarian Grands Prix.
The track also now features tributes to elements of local culture and geography, such as Mogyoród, the municipality where the circuit is located, Buda and Pest, regions that form the capital Budapest, and the Danube River, one of the country’s main symbols.
This combination of motorsport legends and Hungarian references transforms each section of the Hungaroring into a permanent celebration of Formula 1’s history and the circuit’s identity.
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