Hamilton claims first Grand Prix win with Ferrari in Barcelona
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Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Lewis Hamilton achieved his first Grand Prix victory with Ferrari at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix on Sunday, marking his return to form after a challenging 2025 season. Following a year without a podium finish, Hamilton has now secured three consecutive podiums and is closing in on Kimi Antonelli in the F1 Drivers' Championship standings. The 2026 car regulations have reportedly benefitted Hamilton, allowing for a more aggressive driving style, which he has embraced. This victory comes after improvements and adjustments made to the team and car over the last year, aiding Hamilton's resurgence in performance.
- •Hamilton won the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix on Sunday.
- •This is his first win with Ferrari.
- •He has three consecutive podium finishes this season.
- •Hamilton is now 41 points behind Kimi Antonelli in standings.
- •The 2026 car regulations favor a more aggressive driving style.
"Lewis Hamilton returned to winning ways for the first time in nearly two years after his first Grand Prix victory for Ferrari in Barcelona on Sunday.
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