P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The surprise presence of Charles Leclerc – and the mysterious collapse of his race – played a big part in how the Hungary intra-McLaren fight unfolded
An unexpected turn of events transpired at the Hungarian Grand Prix due to the remarkable speed of Ferrari and the wind affecting McLaren, leading to Lando Norris triumphing over Oscar Piastri.
Initially, Charles Leclerc and Piastri were battling for the lead, while Norris struggled in fifth position. It seemed Piastri would eventually overtake Leclerc in the race, which was expected to be a two-stop strategy.
However, the Ferrari’s unexpected speed allowed Leclerc to pull away from Piastri early on. McLaren was taken aback by this sudden development, as the Ferrari seemed to have excellent race pace.
Ferrari’s decision to run the car at a very low ride height paid off, with Leclerc securing pole position and dominating the race. Piastri’s attempts to challenge him in dirty air ultimately backfired, leading to Norris switching to a one-stop strategy and claiming victory.
In the end, Ferrari’s calculated gamble paid off, showcasing their competitiveness at the Hungaroring and proving the impact of strategic decisions in Formula 1 racing.
