P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The hierarchy between the leading four F1 teams seemed very clear at the Hungaroring on Friday – except the fourth one is much further back than expected
On the first day of Formula 1 practice around the Hungaroring, anomalous patterns are invariably observed due to the demands of long, medium-speed corners on rear tires.
Set-ups need to find a compromise between rear-protecting understeer over a qualifying lap and maintaining decent long run duration.
McLaren has shown a significant advantage over the field, despite seemingly conservative power settings, with a 0.4s margin over Ferrari in qualifying simulations.
In long runs, Leclerc of Ferrari is closer, but McLaren drivers display different strategies, with Norris being more aggressive and Piastri more cautious.
Overall, McLaren’s superior temperature control and performance give them a promising outlook for the upcoming races.
