Lewis Hamilton suffers brake failure during Spanish GP, retires early
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 8:21 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
Lewis Hamilton experienced a brake failure during the opening laps of the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, forcing him to retire his Ferrari early in the race. After a successful start while battling Max Verstappen for third place, Hamilton's brake pedal malfunctioned, leading to difficulty in braking and a near collision with the wall. The team initially tried adjusting the settings but ultimately decided to call Hamilton in for safety. Team principal Fred Vasseur expressed confidence in Hamilton's pace but noted the difficulties of overtaking on the track.
- •Hamilton battled Verstappen before brake issues commenced.
- •The malfunction was reported during the early laps of the race.
- •Vasseur noted overtaking was difficult due to track position.
- •Ferrari retired Hamilton's car for safety reasons.
- 8:21 PMYahoo Sports — Lewis Hamilton “lucky to make it round” after Spanish GP brake failure
- 8:21 PMMotorsport.com — Lewis Hamilton “lucky to make it round” after Spanish GP brake failure
"Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton says he was "lucky to make it round" to the garage after suffering a brake failure in the opening stages of Madrid's Spanish GP. Hamilton had been battling Max Verstappen for third when his brake pedal started going long during the first couple of laps. Hamilton and Ferrari initially held some hope that the Briton could continue after changing a few settings as ...Keep reading
"Ferrari retired Hamilton in the opening laps after his brake pedal went to the floor, with the team still investigating the cause
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 8:21 PMLewis Hamilton “lucky to make it round” after Spanish GP brake failure
Ferrari retired Hamilton in the opening laps after his brake pedal went to the floor, with the team still investigating the cause
- Motorsport.comSep 13, 2026, 8:21 PMLewis Hamilton “lucky to make it round” after Spanish GP brake failure
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton says he was "lucky to make it round" to the garage after suffering a brake failure in the opening stages of Madrid's Spanish GP. Hamilton had been battling Max Verstappen for third when his brake pedal started going long during the first couple of laps. Hamilton and Ferrari initially held some hope that the Briton could continue after changing a few settings as ...Keep reading
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