Lewis Hamilton came close to a landmark result in Hungarian Grand Prix qualifying, but the Ferrari driver fell just short of making history in Budapest. The seven-time world champion was chasing what would have been his 10th pole position at the Hungaroring, a feat no driver has achieved at the circuit.
Instead, Lando Norris stopped that bid and left Hamilton to settle for a near miss. The outcome denied Ferrari a headline record, even as Hamilton continued to show strong form during what has been described as a rebound season.
The qualifying session added another notable chapter to Hamilton’s long relationship with the Hungarian Grand Prix. Few tracks have suited him better over the years, which is why the chance to claim a 10th pole carried extra significance heading into the weekend.
Even without the record, Hamilton’s performance underlined his competitiveness and Ferrari’s progress. Missing out on top spot will be frustrating, but his pace in Budapest still suggests he could remain a major factor when the Hungarian Grand Prix gets underway.
