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Andrea Stella explains the reasons behind McLaren’s rare qualifying defeat at the Hungarian Grand Prix
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella acknowledged that Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris were slightly cautious after missing out on pole at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Despite dominating practice sessions, McLaren’s hopes for pole position were thwarted by Charles Leclerc’s exceptional performance for Ferrari. While McLaren remains optimistic about their race chances, overtaking difficulties at the Hungaroring could pose a challenge. Stella analyzed the impact of changing wind conditions on McLaren’s qualifying performance and credited Leclerc for his deserving pole position. The team faced a significant performance drop in Q3 due to the unpredictable wind conditions, emphasizing the crucial role of aerodynamics in Formula 1 cars. Despite the setback, McLaren is determined to put in the necessary work for a competitive race on Sunday.
