Qualifying for the Hungarian Grand Prix was filled with unexpected moments, including two red flags, near-misses, and surprising advancements from drivers like Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. The McLaren duo secured the first front-row lockout since 2012, giving the team a chance to significantly narrow Red Bull’s lead in the constructors’ standings. Max Verstappen faces an uphill battle from third position, while George Russell’s poor fueling led to a Q1 exit. Logan Sargeant has taken a step forward, closing the gap to teammate Alex Albon and keeping his F1 future on track.
