Lewis Hamilton expressed disappointment with his performance in the Hungarian Grand Prix qualifying session, labeling himself as “useless” and suggesting that Ferrari may need to consider a driver change. Despite a lackluster Q2 exit, Hamilton failed to secure a spot in the top 10 and will commence the race from the 12th grid position.
On the other hand, Charles Leclerc brought jubilation to the Ferrari team by clinching their first pole position of the season. Hamilton, visibly emotional, acknowledged his own struggles during an interview with Sky Sports, attributing the team’s success to the other car’s standout performance.
Hamilton, who had shown promise in practice sessions, voiced concerns about car balance issues affecting his performance. Despite decent lap times in practice, Hamilton’s discomfort in the car persisted during qualifying, leading to his disappointing outcome.
Conversely, Leclerc, who had previously deemed the Hungaroring circuit as challenging, delivered an exceptional qualifying lap to outshine the McLaren drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. Leclerc’s elation was evident as he celebrated the unexpected pole position, highlighting it as one of his best achievements.
Piastri’s successful bid to outpace Norris and secure a front-row start emphasized the intense competition within McLaren. With Piastri leading the title race within the team, Norris faces the challenge of overtaking his rival in the upcoming race to prevent a setback in the championship standings.
Looking ahead to the Hungarian Grand Prix, Formula 1 enthusiasts can enjoy live coverage of all sessions through Sky’s Essential TV and Sky Sports package, offering significant savings and access to a range of entertainment options. With Piastri currently holding a 16-point advantage over Norris, the race outcome will impact the championship standings before the summer break, preceding the Dutch Grand Prix in August.
Noteworthy performances in qualifying saw George Russell and Norris securing positions on the second row, with Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso ahead of teammate Lance Stroll. Alonso’s improved performance reflects a positive shift for the Aston Martin team compared to their previous struggles at Spa-Francorchamps.
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