Leclerc Leads F1 Hungarian GP; Stroll Suffers Suspension Issue

Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc sets the early pace at the Hungarian Grand Prix ahead of teammate Lance Stroll's troubleshooting.

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July 27, 2026 at 03:06 AM

Leclerc Leads F1 Hungarian GP; Stroll Suffers Suspension Issue

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Ferrari's Charles Leclerc Leads F1 Hungarian GP

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc outperformed the field in Friday practice sessions at the Hungaroring, topping practice one by over four-tenths of a second. The performance showcased Leclerc's consistency and adaptability as Ferrari made adjustments to its wing design featuring an enhanced three-piece winglet.

While Leclerc breezed through his session, teammate Lance Stroll faced mechanical issues with what team officials suspect is a suspension failure. Stroll's Aston Martin car faltered mid-practice, raising concerns for both the driver and the team ahead of the weekend's events.

Ferrari’s innovative wing design, introduced as part of their latest upgrades, was instrumental in Leclerc's dominant performance. The winglet modification, aimed at improving aerodynamics, appears to have paid dividends so far.

Leclerc on His Session:

“The car felt really good today,” said Leclerc.

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