Lando Norris takes Hungarian Grand Prix pole ahead of Lewis Hamilton

Lando Norris secured pole position for the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix after beating Lewis Hamilton in a dramatic qualifying finish in Budapest.

Norris snatches Hungarian GP pole from Hamilton
Norris snatches Hungarian GP pole from Hamilton

Lando Norris secured pole position for the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix on July 25, beating Lewis Hamilton in a dramatic conclusion to qualifying in Budapest.

The result puts Norris at the front of the grid for the race. Hamilton will start alongside or immediately behind him according to the final grid order, while the qualifying session also included a spin for Max Verstappen.

The pole adds a decisive competitive development to the Hungarian Grand Prix weekend, with the race set to determine whether Norris can convert his qualifying advantage into victory.