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Norris Leads Practice at Hungaroring
25 Jul
Summary
- Lando Norris topped final practice for the Hungarian Grand Prix.
- Lewis Hamilton is targeting his 10th pole and ninth win at Hungaroring.
- Sergio Perez stopped on track with smoking brakes, halting the session.
McLaren's Lando Norris emerged fastest in the final practice session ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix on Saturday. Norris, the reigning world champion, recorded a best lap time of one minute 17.939 seconds around the Hungaroring circuit.
Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton finished second, just 0.117 seconds behind Norris, as he prepares for qualifying. Hamilton is seeking his 10th pole position and a record ninth victory at this venue.
Formula One championship leader Kimi Antonelli placed third, ahead of Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and McLaren's Oscar Piastri. The session was interrupted when Sergio Perez's car stopped on track with smoking brakes, leading to a premature halt with 39 minutes remaining.
Max Verstappen of Red Bull was seventh fastest, while Aston Martin drivers Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll were 17th and 18th respectively, despite significant car upgrades.
