Hamilton celebrates first Ferrari win at Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix

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Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Hamilton celebrates first Ferrari win at Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix
Summary

Lewis Hamilton captured his first victory for Ferrari at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix on June 14, 2026, after a challenging 2025 season. The win marked Ferrari's first grand prix success since Mexico 2024 and included an all-British podium with George Russell second and Lando Norris third. Hamilton's triumph was aided by a late virtual safety car that allowed him to pit and maintain his lead. Important context reveals that championship leader Kimi Antonelli retired late in the race, narrowing his lead in points to 41 over Hamilton. Hamilton expressed immense joy and gratitude for this victory, reflecting on a difficult past year.

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  • Hamilton wins at Barcelona-Catalunya for Ferrari's first grand prix win since 2024.
  • An all-British podium features Russell in second and Norris in third.
  • Hamilton had a challenging season prior, finishing off the podium in 2025.
  • Antonelli's late retirement reduced his lead in the championship standings.
  • Hamilton expressed gratitude and happiness after his victory.
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  • 6:23 PMYahoo SportsHamilton says Barcelona win beyond wildest dreams
  • 6:18 PMBBC SportHamilton says Barcelona win beyond wildest dreams
What they're saying
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Lewis Hamilton says he was struggling to find the words to express how much his first victory for Ferrari meant to him in Barcelona.

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Lewis Hamilton says he was struggling to find the words to express how much his first victory for Ferrari meant to him in Barcelona.

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