Lewis Hamilton wins first race for Ferrari at Barcelona
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 1:33 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Lewis Hamilton secured his first victory for Ferrari during the race at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on June 15, 2026. The win marks a significant milestone for the veteran driver, who aims for his eighth Formula One drivers' championship. Hamilton's performance is generating discussion about his status among the elite drivers in the circuit, although challenges from younger competitors, particularly Kimi Antonelli, remain. The outcome of this race adds momentum to Hamilton's title aspirations as the season progresses.
- •Hamilton captures his first win with Ferrari in Barcelona.
- •The race took place on June 15, 2026.
- •Hamilton aims for a record eighth drivers' championship.
- •Kimi Antonelli poses a potential challenge to Hamilton's title quest.
- 1:33 PMThe Guardian Sport — Is Lewis Hamilton genuinely a contender to win the F1 world title with Ferrari? | Luke McLaughlin
"Stunning Barcelona triumph has kickstarted veteran’s push to win record eighth drivers’ championship but Kimi Antonelli still stands in way When the soaring emotions began to settle one question remained. After his life-affirming maiden win for Ferrari in Barcelona, is Lewis Hamilton in contention for the Formula One drivers’ championship? Typically, in a sport where there are innumerable competing voices, it depends who you ask. But with the 41-year-old’s consummate display at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya capturing his first victory for the Scuderia, there is no doubt Hamilton remains among the elite drivers on the grid. Continue reading...
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