Hungarian Grand Prix 1999 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Mika Häkkinen took a crucial victory at the Hungaroring, responding to Eddie Irvine's recent dominance with a commanding performance. David Coulthard completed a McLaren one-two finish, while Irvine could only manage third after struggling with Ferrari's setup in Budapest's heat. The result closed the championship gap significantly.

The victory was vital for Häkkinen's championship defense, proving McLaren could still beat Ferrari when execution was perfect. Coulthard's support maximized McLaren's points haul, bringing them back into contention in both championships. With Irvine leading the standings but Häkkinen closing fast, the title fight remained wide open heading into the final races.