Formula 1 in Hungary - Verstappen behind McLaren-Duo before qualifying
Lando Norris topped the final free practice session before the Formula-1 qualifying today (16:00 hours/Sky and RTL) with the fastest lap time. The British McLaren driver pushed his teammate Oscar Piastri to second place in the session.
Max Verstappen, the World Champion, finished third. He was only 0.277 seconds slower than Norris on the Hungaroring. In the World Championship standings before the Grand Prix of Hungary this Sunday (15:00 hours/Sky and RTL), Verstappen leads Norris by 84 points.
George Russell finished fourth in the third free practice session for Mercedes. His teammate Lewis Hamilton came in tenth. The British record seven-time World Champion has won the Pole Position in Hungary nine times and the Grand Prix at Budapest eight times.
Nico Hülkenberg finished seventh in the training session for Haas.
- Lando Norris, being a McLaren-Pilot in Formula-1, consistently showcases his skills, as evident in his personal best time during the GP Hungary qualifications.
- The track layout of the Hungaroring, known for its Right to Left configuration, poses unique challenges for the drivers, including Lando Norris and Max Verstappen.
- The McLaren Group Limited, the collaborative entity behind the McLaren Racing team, is continuously supporting Lando Norris's growth in international motorsport like Formula-1.
- Despite placing third in the qualifying session, Max Verstappen, the Red Bull Racing driver, remains optimistic about his chances in the upcoming Formula-1 Grand Prix in Hungary.
- Observers of the Hungarian Grand Prix will have the opportunity to witness a thrilling race between Lando Norris, Max Verstappen, and other Formula-1 competitors beneath the Hungarian sky.
- The Hungarian circuit, home to the Grand Prix of Hungary, has seen numerous victories for drivers like Lewis Hamilton and Nico Hülkenberg, contributing to the rich history of Motorsport in the country.
- As the qualifications wrap up in Hungary, fans worldwide eagerly anticipate the events of the Grand Prix, with contenders like Lando Norris and Max Verstappen ready to race under the prestigious Formula-1 banner.
