BUDAPEST – Seven‑time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton expressed deep frustration after being knocked out early in the Hungarian Grand Prix qualifying session, describing his performance as “useless.”
Hamilton struggled to find pace on the tight Hungaroring circuit, failing to advance beyond the initial qualifying rounds. The Mercedes driver admitted he could not fully optimize his car setup and lamented his inability to compete with the front runners in a critical weekend for the team.
Team engineers reported that fluctuating track temperatures and grip issues played a role in the underwhelming result. Hamilton’s teammate fared slightly better but also faced challenges adapting to the evolving conditions on the circuit.
Despite the setback, Hamilton vowed to refocus ahead of the race, emphasizing the importance of strategy and tire management to recover positions on Sunday. He acknowledged that the team must learn from the session to avoid similar early exits in future qualifying rounds.
The Hungarian Grand Prix has often been a decisive race in the Formula One calendar, and Hamilton’s early elimination leaves Mercedes with an uphill battle to secure championship points. Fans and analysts are watching closely to see whether Hamilton can stage a strong comeback in the main event.
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