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Ferrari F1 driver Charles Leclerc claimed a stunning shock pole position for the 2025 Hungarian GP, after McLaren had dominated the entire weekend before the final qualifying segment
Ferrari Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc achieved a surprising pole position for the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix, stunning McLaren who had dominated the weekend.
This was Leclerc’s first pole of the season, bringing his total to 27 in his F1 career, surpassing all expectations.
Qualifying was already peculiar with three teams placing two cars in Q3, including Aston Martin and Racing Bulls alongside McLaren.
McLaren’s Norris was close, but Leclerc’s last-minute push secured pole with a slim margin.
In a thrilling finish, Leclerc held pole, with Norris and Piastri behind and Russell in fourth, setting up an exciting grid for the race.
Aston Martin and Racing Bulls also delivered strong performances, with Red Bull facing challenges as Verstappen struggled to secure a top grid position.
