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1. Jul 26, 2026

   Charles Leclerc tops FP1 at the Hungaroring with a 1:19.075 before a late reliability issue, ahead of Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton.

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2. Jul 26, 2026

   Lando Norris sets the fastest time in a later Hungaroring practice session, edging Lewis Hamilton by 0.117 seconds as Kimi Antonelli finishes third.

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Norris Takes Pole as Penalties Shape Hungary

Leclerc led FP1 at the Hungaroring with a 1:19.075, beating Verstappen and Hamilton as Ferrari set the early pace before Leclerc suffered a late reliability issue. Aston Martin’s heavy upgrade package drew attention for mixed results, including Lance Stroll’s suspension problem, while teams used the session to run rookies in place of regular drivers.

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Norris Wins Hungaroring as Penalties Reshape

Lando Norris set the fastest time in Hungaroring practice, edging Lewis Hamilton by 0.117 seconds as championship leader Kimi Antonelli finished third and Ferrari and Mercedes remained in close contention. The session featured scorching track temperatures, a red flag after Sergio Pérez’s halted car, and continued signs of a tight fight ahead of qualifying for the Hungarian Grand Prix.