Hamilton strikes hard and gives Ferrari a triumph in Catalonia

Sunday 14 June 2026 - 19:48

Lewis Hamilton marked a turning point in his new adventure with Ferrari by winning the Catalonia Grand Prix on Sunday, held at the Barcelona-Catalunya circuit in Montmelo. The British driver thus secured his first victory under the colors of the famous Italian team.

In particularly challenging conditions due to high temperatures, the seven-time world champion delivered a controlled race. Starting from the front row of the grid, Hamilton managed his pace to gain an advantage over his main rivals and crossed the finish line in first place.

Behind him, his compatriots George Russell, driving a Mercedes, and Lando Norris, representing McLaren, completed the podium after an intense battle throughout the race.

The race was also marked by a hard blow suffered by Kimi Antonelli. The young Italian driver from Mercedes, who was leading the championship standings and had an impressive streak of five consecutive victories, was forced to retire just five laps from the finish, ending a remarkable run.

This success allows Hamilton to confirm his gradual adaptation at Ferrari and provides the Scuderia with a prestigious result in a particularly competitive season. This victory could also reignite the British driver's ambitions in the fight for the top spots in the world championship.