HOW THE F1 WORLD REACTED TO HAMILTON'S FIRST FERRARI WIN

Lewis Hamilton secured his long-awaited first Grand Prix victory for Ferrari at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, dominating by nearly 20 seconds on a three-stop strategy. At 41, Hamilton becomes the oldest F1 winner since Jack Brabham in 1970, signaling a powerful resurgence after a difficult maiden season with the Scuderia. The F1 world reacted with widespread praise for the seven-time World Champion's emphatic return to the top step.

Second-place finisher George Russell congratulated his former Mercedes teammate, acknowledging Hamilton's dedication. Lando Norris, who completed an all-British podium, called Hamilton "dominant." Even championship leader Kimi Antonelli and rival Max Verstappen shared their congratulations for the hard-fought win. Ferrari Chairman John Elkann and Team Principal Fred Vasseur lauded the team's effort and Hamilton's control of the race. Even former boss Toto Wolff expressed happiness for Hamilton's deserving success. This commanding performance firmly establishes Hamilton and Ferrari as serious contenders, setting a high bar for the remainder of the 2026 championship battle.