Lando Norris tops first practice at Hungarian Grand Prix

Lando Norris tops the time charts in the first practice session at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Lando Norris leads 2025 F1 Hungarian Grand Prix Friday practice results

Lando Norris set the fastest time during the first practice session for the 2025 F1 Hungarian Grand Prix, clocking in at 1m16.052s. He's closely followed by his McLaren teammate, Oscar Piastri, just 0.019 seconds behind. Charles Leclerc of Ferrari came in third with a time of 1m16.269s, lagging 0.217 seconds from the leader. Isack Hadjar surprised many by placing fourth for Racing Bulls, while Lewis Hamilton finished fifth, over six tenths off the leading time. Notably, Fernando Alonso did not participate in the session due to a back injury, allowing Felipe Drugovich to step in, finishing 16th.

The performance from McLaren showcased their competitive edge at the Hungaroring, a track where they have historically excelled. Norris's lead hints at a strong possibility for McLaren this weekend, especially with Piastri in the mix. However, the gap to Ferrari, represented by Leclerc, suggests that while McLaren shines, the Scuderia is not far behind. The absence of Alonso due to injury raises questions about his readiness for the race, affecting the team dynamics for Aston Martin. With Verstappen consistently near the top despite his historical struggle at this track, this practice session may foreshadow a hard-fought race weekend.

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The race awaits on Sunday, promising fierce competition among leading teams.