Lewis Hamilton finishes second in Monaco, eyes first Ferrari victory

The Guardian Sport1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 8:23 PM

Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Lewis Hamilton finishes second in Monaco, eyes first Ferrari victory
Summary

Lewis Hamilton secured a second-place finish at the Monaco Grand Prix on June 7, 2026, positioning himself second in the Formula One standings. The seven-time champion is optimistic about achieving his first victory with Ferrari, as he continues to chase championship leader Kimi Antonelli, who won the race. Hamilton's performance avoided any chaos, while Pierre Gasly expressed frustration after penalties dropped him to seventh, despite initially believing he had finished third. Hamilton's next opportunity to compete for a win will come in the upcoming races.

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  • Hamilton's second-place finish improves his standing in the championship.
  • Kimi Antonelli won the Monaco Grand Prix, extending his lead.
  • Pierre Gasly was penalized, falling from third to seventh.
  • Hamilton believes a win for Ferrari is imminent.
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  • 8:23 PMThe Guardian Sport‘We will get that win’: Lewis Hamilton insists he is getting closer to first Ferrari victory
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Hamilton avoids Monaco chaos to go second in standings Gasly angry after penalties cost him third; Russell downcast Lewis Hamilton believes his first win for Ferrari is on the cards after a second-place finish at the Monaco Grand Prix, with the seven-time champion committed to chasing down the Formula One world championship leader, Kimi Antonelli, who won again in Monte Carlo. After the race there was also a furious reaction from France’s Pierre Gasly, who crossed the line believing he had secured third and a place on the podium, only to find he had two penalties for speeding in the pit lane, dropping him to seventh. Continue reading...

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