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Sebastian Vettel wins tense Hungarian GP

HUNGARORING -- Sebastian Vettel claimed Ferrari's first win since May after holding firm under late pressure to win the Hungarian Grand Prix, a victory aided by teammate Kimi Raikkonen holding off a late charge from Lewis Hamilton.

Ferrari looked to have the race under control in the opening stint, but the timing of its pit stops put Raikkonen under pressure from the Mercedes drivers. With Hamilton quicker than Valtteri Bottas, it was decided to let the three-time world champion by to attack the other Finn, though he could not get close enough at the end. Though annoyed with Ferrari's strategy, Raikkonen held on to second position, while Hamilton honoured his promise to reverse Mercedes' team orders by slowing to let Bottas through at the final corner.