Lewis Hamilton faced another disappointing qualifying session at the Hungarian Grand Prix, failing to advance to the final Q3 shootout for the second consecutive race.
Why it matters
Hamilton, historically the most successful driver at the Hungaroring, will start Sunday's Grand Prix from 13th on the grid. This marks a concerning trend following a similar Q2 exit at the Belgian Grand Prix.
The details
- Hamilton's frustration was evident in his brief radio message: "Every time. Every time."
- His Mercedes team-mate, Kimi Antonelli, also failed to make it past Q2, citing a lack of rear grip.
- Despite a high-speed scare at Turn 4, Charles Leclerc managed to secure a spot in the top 10 shootout.
The big picture
This back-to-back qualifying failure casts a shadow over Mercedes' performance, especially for a driver of Hamilton's caliber and his track record at this specific circuit.