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Hamilton's P12 Qualifying Performance Sparks Controversy at Hungarian GP

Lewis Hamilton expressed frustration over his qualifying performance at the Hungarian Grand Prix, labeling himself "absolutely useless" after finishing P12. Meanwhile, teammate Charles Leclerc secured pole position, accentuating Hamilton's struggles in his first season with Ferrari.

Our Take:

Hamilton's candid remarks reflect the intense pressure he faces in adapting to Ferrari's car dynamics. As one of the sport's greatest champions, his self-critique raises questions about team dynamics and the potential need for strategic changes within Ferrari in light of his recent performances.

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Source: Associated Press

Tsunoda Reflects Positively on Qualifying Despite Early Exit

Yuki Tsunoda expressed a positive outlook on his qualifying performance at the Hungaroring, even after being eliminated in Q1. He acknowledged that while he felt "reasonable" about his efforts, the car's lack of grip held him back during the session. Our Take: Tsunoda's ability

Red Bull Faces Challenges After Disappointing Qualifying Performance

Red Bull Racing encountered difficulties during their latest qualifying session, leading new team principal Laurent Mekies to acknowledge the significant work necessary to extract their car's full potential. Our Take: As Red Bull embarks on this journey to enhance their performance, it will be crucial to assess both

Wolff Optimistic After Key Changes to Mercedes at Hungarian GP

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff expressed satisfaction with the improvements made to the car's performance at the Hungarian Grand Prix, despite challenging qualifying conditions for rookie driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli. The team reverted to a previous rear suspension setup, which Wolff believes has enhanced their competitiveness on the

Max Verstappen Admits Red Bull Struggles in Hungary Qualifying

Max Verstappen acknowledges that Red Bull has not performed to their usual standards during the Hungarian Grand Prix weekend, following a disappointing qualifying session where he was unable to compete for pole position. Our Take: Verstappen's honesty about Red Bull's pace is refreshing, especially given the

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Tsunoda Reflects Positively on Qualifying Despite Early Exit

Red Bull Faces Challenges After Disappointing Qualifying Performance

Wolff Optimistic After Key Changes to Mercedes at Hungarian GP

Max Verstappen Admits Red Bull Struggles in Hungary Qualifying