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Norris beats Hamilton to Hungary pole

Norris beats Hamilton to Hungary pole

Summary

Lando Norris of McLaren won the pole position for the Hungarian Grand Prix, beating Lewis Hamilton of Ferrari by 0.012 seconds. The qualifying session ended chaotically after Max Verstappen spun, affecting other drivers' runs.

Key Facts

  • Lando Norris achieved his first pole position of the season at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
  • Norris beat Lewis Hamilton by 0.012 seconds on the final lap of qualifying.
  • Max Verstappen spun at the last corner, causing a disruption that slowed some drivers.
  • Verstappen still qualified sixth despite the spin.
  • Fernando Alonso made it into the second qualifying session (Q2) for the first time this season with Aston Martin.
  • Alonso noted improvements in his team's car after a series of unsuccessful upgrades.
  • The Hungaroring track surface was breaking up, making grip levels tricky for drivers.
  • Some drivers faced penalties, including Hamilton for possibly blocking another driver and Antonelli for a yellow-flag violation.
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