McLaren Dominates Hungarian GP Qualifiers: Norris and Piastri Secure Front Row

McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri achieved a front-row lockout at the Hungarian Grand Prix qualifiers, with Norris taking pole position with a lap time of 1:15.227. This marks McLaren’s first front-row lockout since 2012.

Verstappen Third Amidst Challenging Conditions

Max Verstappen, the reigning champion, qualified third in difficult wet-dry conditions. He was unable to challenge Norris and Piastri for the top spots. Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz and Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton completed the top five.

Drivers’ Reactions and Key Moments

Norris praised the team’s performance in the tough conditions, while Piastri was pleased with his comeback. Red Bull’s Sergio Perez faced issues, including a crash that led to a red-flag interruption. George Russell also struggled, finishing 17th.

Race Day Anticipation

With the qualifying session marked by dramatic moments and challenging weather, the upcoming race promises to be an exciting showdown. McLaren’s strong qualifying performance sets the stage for a thrilling race on Sunday.