Lando Norris of McLaren recorded the fastest time during the final practice session for the Hungarian Grand Prix on Friday [1].

This session serves as the final opportunity for teams to refine car setups and optimize performance before the qualifying round determines the starting grid. Because the Hungaroring is known for its high-downforce requirements, a strong FP3 performance often signals a competitive edge in raw pace.

Norris topped the timing sheets, leading a competitive field that included Lewis Hamilton and Kimi Antonelli [2]. Hamilton, driving for Mercedes, and Antonelli, representing Ferrari, both secured positions within the top three during the session [2]. The three drivers pushed their machines to the limit to secure the fastest laps of the day.

The session took place on July 24, 2026 [1] at the Hungaroring in Mogyoród, Hungary. Teams utilized the track time to battle for the fastest lap and test various aerodynamic configurations, a critical step in preparing for the race's unique demands.

While practice results do not guarantee pole position, the proximity in lap times between McLaren, Mercedes, and Ferrari suggests a tight contest for the front row. The teams focused on balancing speed with stability to ensure the cars can handle the technical turns of the Hungarian circuit.

“Lando Norris of McLaren recorded the fastest time during the final practice session”

The results indicate a three-way battle for dominance between McLaren, Mercedes, and Ferrari heading into qualifying. Norris's top spot suggests McLaren has found an efficient setup for the Hungaroring's tight layout, though the presence of Hamilton and Antonelli in the top three indicates that the performance gap remains narrow across the top three constructors.