Lewis Hamilton has claimed his first victory for Ferrari, ending a 686-day winless run with a dramatic three-stop strategy at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. The 41-year-old overtook pole-sitter George Russell and Lando Norris to win his 106th Grand Prix, also breaking Michael Schumacher’s record for most wins at the Spanish circuit. Kimi Antonelli’s five-race winning streak ended after a late technical issue forced his retirement, handing Mercedes its first non-victory of the 2026 season.
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Toto Wolff’s Viral Podium Quip Steals the Headlines
While Hamilton’s win dominated the result sheet, it was former boss Toto Wolff who dominated the news cycle. Praising Hamilton’s composure on the podium, Wolff suggested “maybe the girlfriend helps” — a nod to Kim Kardashian, Hamilton’s partner since February. Kardashian, who wasn’t trackside, reportedly FaceTimed Hamilton in the paddock moments after the chequered flag, following her own headline-making appearance in Monaco the previous week.
Pirelli Marks 500th Grand Prix with Historic Tribute
Barcelona also marked a milestone off-track, as Pirelli celebrated its 500th Formula One race with the launch of A Stir of the Soul, a commemorative book tracing the sport’s history since 1950. The unveiling featured F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali and Pirelli’s Marco Tronchetti-Provera, alongside news that Pirelli’s partnership with F1 has been extended through 2028.
A Weekend of Paddock Drama
Tennis champion Novak Djokovic, invited to wave the chequered flag, was briefly held up at the gates after forgetting his pass. Meanwhile, Ferrari’s celebrations hit a lighthearted snag when team principal Fred Vasseur popped the champagne early during the official podium photo — a moment Ferrari fans won’t mind reliving after a long wait for victory.
What was your favourite Barcelona moment — Hamilton’s win, Wolff’s joke, or Djokovic’s gate drama?
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