Lewis Hamilton’s remarkable turnaround at Ferrari culminated in a dominant Barcelona victory, completely rewriting the narrative of his tumultuous tenure. After a "nightmare start" in 2025 saw him suffer multiple Q1 exits and describe himself as "absolutely useless," many questioned if he'd even remain with Ferrari. The seven-time champion openly showed his frustration, with a painful season ending in successive Q1 eliminations in Las Vegas, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi.
A critical winter reset and a new race engineer, Carlo Santi — dubbed his "Italian Bono" — sparked the transformation. Hamilton’s renewed confidence and strategic setup choices led to consistent points, then podiums in Australia and China. Back-to-back P2 finishes in Canada and Monaco signaled a true return to form. This Spanish GP win now proves Hamilton is not just back in contention but a genuine threat for future victories, solidifying Ferrari's championship aspirations.
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