Lewis Hamilton seeks continued success at F1 Austrian GP after Barcelona win
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 3:38 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026

The Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix is set to take place this weekend, following Lewis Hamilton's victory at the Barcelona Grand Prix. Hamilton secured his first win with Ferrari, ending the team's winless streak since 2024 and halting Mercedes’ successful start to the 2026 season. This win places Hamilton in a strong position for the championship, while Ferrari aims to build on this momentum at the Red Bull Ring. The teams will be looking to adapt their strategies on the unique Austrian circuit, which often sees intense competition and variable weather conditions.
- •Lewis Hamilton won the Barcelona Grand Prix, Ferrari's first since 2024.
- •Hamilton is second in the standings heading into the Austrian GP.
- •The Austrian GP at Red Bull Ring takes place this weekend.
- •Ferrari aims to build momentum after the recent victory.
- •Mercedes looks to reclaim its dominance after the Barcelona results.
- 3:38 PMMotorsport.com — Five things to look out for at the F1 Austrian GP
"Formula 1 enjoyed one of its biggest feel-good stories of the 2026 campaign last time out at the Barcelona Grand Prix, as Lewis Hamilton finally tasted victory for Ferrari. The seven-time world champion took the chequered flag on his 31st start for the Scuderia to give Ferrari its first race win since the end of 2024, ending Mercedes’ perfect start to 2026. It leaves Hamilton second in ...Keep reading
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
Motorsport•Oct 18, 2026, 11:35 AMMax Verstappen hits back at ex-F1 drivers over criticism of 2026 regulations
Motorsport•Oct 18, 2026, 10:34 AMMax Verstappen issues statement after GT team-mate receives abuse
Motorsport•Oct 18, 2026, 8:13 AMThe maths behind when Mercedes could become F1 world champions in 2026
Motorsport•Oct 17, 2026, 11:44 PMBlaney wins pole at Phoenix; NASCAR playoff leader Larson to start 22nd
Motorsport•Oct 17, 2026, 10:13 PMIs Phoenix a must-win for Blaney's Cup Series title hopes?
Motorsport•Oct 16, 2026, 7:43 PMVerstappen Racing struggles to 15th as Porsche takes emotional Portimao pole
