Lewis Hamilton expressed profound disappointment with his performance during qualifying for the Hungarian Grand Prix, candidly stating he felt “just useless” after securing only the 12th starting position on the grid. This outcome stood in stark contrast to the exceptional pace demonstrated by Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc, who successfully clinched pole position for the upcoming race. Hamilton’s unexpectedly low grid slot presents a significant hurdle for the Mercedes team in Budapest, highlighting a challenging session for the veteran driver while Leclerc celebrated a dominant qualifying effort at the forefront of the field.