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Norris Disappointed with Car Performance During Budapest Qualifying

After a strong showing in practice, McLaren's Lando Norris struggled to convert his pace into a competitive qualifying session, ultimately describing his car's performance as "pretty dreadful" during the crucial Q3 laps.

Our Take:

The inconsistency shown by Norris highlights the ongoing challenges teams face in adapting their setups for varying track conditions. As the championship progresses, McLaren will need to analyze this disconnect to improve their qualifying performance, as maximizing potential in every session is critical for capitalizing in race scenarios.

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Source: https://www.f1technical.net/news/27556

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