Leclerc Seizes Pole Position Amidst Wind Chaos at Hungarian GP, Leaving McLaren in the Dust
Source: news.source.inquirer
Charles Leclerc clinched a dramatic pole position for the Hungarian Grand Prix, outpacing McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, who were thrown off by sudden changes in wind conditions. Despite dominating practice sessions, McLaren struggled in the final qualifying round, with Piastri and Norris unable to adapt to the shifting winds that altered the track dynamics significantly.
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Charles Leclerc secured pole position for the Hungarian Grand Prix, showcasing a strong performance in changing wind conditions.
McLaren, led by Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, dominated practice but struggled in the final qualifying due to unexpected wind changes.
Piastri and Norris admitted the wind drastically altered the track feel, impacting their performance and preventing them from improving their lap times.
Norris suggested that Leclerc took more risks in the final lap, which contributed to his pole position.
