Hungarian GP: Carlos Sainz sets fastest time in Practice One as Mercedes appear off the pace

Carlos Sainz continued his strong form to outpace Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc in Practice One at the Hungaroring; Lando Norris fourth for McLaren ahead of both Mercedes cars; Watch Practice Two from the Hungarian GP live on Sky Sports F1 from 3:45pm on Friday

Carlos Sainz set the pace in Practice One at the Hungaroring

Carlos Sainz beat Max Verstappen to the fastest time in first practice at the Hungarian Grand Prix as Ferrari appeared to hold an early advantage over Red Bull.

Sainz was engaged in a three-way battle with Red Bull’s world championship leader Verstappen and Ferrari team-mate Charles Leclerc throughout the session, but it was the Spaniard who led the way with a 1:18.750 at the Hungaroring.

Lando Norris took fourth for McLaren, nipping ahead of Mercedes duo George Russell and Lewis Hamilton, who were separated by the other Red Bull of Sergio Perez.

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