Lewis Hamilton qualifies P2 for Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 4:52 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Lewis Hamilton secured a front-row start for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix by finishing P2 in Qualifying, just 0.064 seconds behind pole-sitter George Russell. Hamilton expressed optimism about his chances for the race, noting improvements made by Ferrari and a strong showing throughout Qualifying. Despite struggling earlier in Free Practice, Hamilton achieved his best Qualifying result for the team, setting the stage for a competitive race. The event is set for Sunday, consisting of 66 laps.
- •Hamilton will start from P2 in Barcelona.
- •George Russell secured the pole position.
- •Hamilton finished 0.064 seconds behind Russell.
- •Hamilton's recent performances include two second-place finishes.
- •The race is scheduled for Sunday.
"Lewis Hamilton believes "we’re in a good position to be able to fight" for victory in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, with the Ferrari driver set to start on the front row.
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