Lewis Hamilton finally secured his maiden Ferrari victory at the Barcelona Grand Prix, executing a strategic masterclass and benefiting from a late-race twist. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli, driving for Mercedes, looked set for a strong points finish before an engine failure forced his retirement just three laps from the checkered flag. Hamilton, on a three-stop strategy with fresh medium tires, saw his gamble pay off after Mercedes pitted their drivers under a Lap 41 VSC, allowing the Brit to take the lead.
George Russell inherited second place for Mercedes, having earlier battled his teammate Antonelli, with Lando Norris completing the podium. This marks Hamilton’s first win since July 2024 and Ferrari’s first of the 2026 season, breaking Mercedes’ perfect start. Despite the retirement, Antonelli still holds a 41-point lead over Hamilton in the drivers' championship, tightening the title fight heading into the next rounds.
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