Leclerc Surprises with Pole in Hungary, Challenging McLarens
Charles Leclerc clinched an unexpected pole position for Ferrari at the Hungarian Grand Prix, besting McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. Despite prior struggles at the track, Leclerc capitalized on changing conditions. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton faced frustrations, qualifying only 12th amid ongoing challenges with Ferrari.
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In a stunning turn of events, Charles Leclerc secured his first pole position of the year for Ferrari at the Hungarian Grand Prix, edging out McLaren's Oscar Piastri by a mere 0.026 seconds and Lando Norris by 0.041 seconds.
Leclerc, who had previously described the circuit as his least favorite, was ecstatic with the unexpected result, achieved amid shifting weather conditions that worked against the McLarens.
As Leclerc seeks his ninth F1 victory on Sunday, Lewis Hamilton continues to grapple with challenges, finishing 12th in qualifying during a tough season with Ferrari.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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