Lewis Hamilton has achieved a significant victory in his first Grand Prix with Ferrari during the GP of Barcelona-Catalonia. This victory marks the end of a drought of triumphs dating back to the GP of Belgium in 2024 and revitalizes his campaign for the 2026 championship.
The recognized former Formula 1 driver, Juan Pablo Montoya, has compared Hamilton’s mentality to that of Fernando Alonso after this first victory. Montoya described Hamilton’s triumph as “incredible”, highlighting his competitive approach: “When he can smell victory, we see a different Hamilton,” he stated.
Hamilton opted for a three-stop strategy, leading him to a dominant performance on the track. With this success, he now finds himself only 41 points behind the championship leader, Kimi Antonelli, with the next race on the horizon in Austria, where Ferrari will present a new update to its engine.
Montoya emphasized the importance of Hamilton’s competitive mindset: “They know that if they can provide a good car, he will be the one to deliver the results.” Furthermore, he added that Hamilton’s success not only demonstrates his ability to adapt and improve but also reflects a similar approach to Alonso during his time at Aston Martin.
With this victory, Hamilton strengthens his title aspirations and is establishing himself as one of the most feared competitors in the current Formula 1 season.
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