F1 Today | Verstappen offers Hamilton vote of confidence amid afwul result for the Brit
Tobia is a Formula 1 journalist at GPblog with experience at international circuits. Since 2022, he has covered Grands Prix across Europe, delivering reliable coverage and insights from the paddock.
Let’s take a look at the two main headlines from today, Saturday, August 2nd — a day that saw Charles Leclerc take pole position in Hungary ahead of the two McLarens.
Verstappen gives 'useless' Hamilton a vote of confidence after shock Q2 elimination
Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton failed to threaten the top of the order in qualifying for the Hungarian Grand Prix, albeit for very different reasons. Nevertheless the Dutchman expects the 7-time world champion to come through the field tomorrow.
Speaking to the likes of GPblog after the qualifying session in Hungary, which was marred by the lack of grip issues that struck the RB21 at the Hungaroring Verstappen didn't look kindly on his chances during Sunday's race.Ma
Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton
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A distraught Hamilton issues heartbreaking Ferrari plea, 'The car's not the problem'
Lewis Hamilton was knocked out in Q2 in Hungary, and his assessment, a stern one, renders him 'useless' and calling to Ferrari to change drivers.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Hamilton judged his session and took responsibility for what was ultimately a disappointing result when compared to his teammate's pole position.
Lewis Hamilton in Hungary
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