Ferrari led Friday practice at the Hungarian Grand Prix, but Charles Leclerc expects a close qualifying battle. Aston Martin’s upgraded car impressed Fernando Alonso, while Mercedes had a difficult day.
Ferrari dominated Friday practice at the Hungarian Grand Prix, with Charles Leclerc leading, though he anticipates a tight qualifying. Aston Martin's new car showed significant improvement, despite Lance Stroll's suspension failure. Mercedes faced difficulties, with championship leader Kimi Antonelli finishing 13th.
Fernando Alonso expresses optimism about Aston Martin's significant car upgrade, including a new chassis and aerodynamic changes, for the Hungarian Grand Prix. He cautions against high expectations, emphasizing understanding the car's direction rather than immediate results, as the team aims to catch up after a challenging season start.
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