Lewis Hamilton wins first Ferrari race in Barcelona, interrupts wedding

Lewis Hamilton secured his first Grand Prix victory for Scuderia Ferrari at the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona, ending a two‑year winless streak since joining the team for the 2025 season. The win gave Ferrari a major morale boost and moved Hamilton into the championship fight, narrowing the points gap to leader Kimi Antonelli.

During the race, Hamilton's celebrations reached a wedding ceremony of two British fans, Will and Sarah, who were marrying on the same day. The groom announced the victory to the crowd, causing a brief, viral interruption that was widely shared online.

Post‑race comments highlighted the significance of the result. Hamilton expressed gratitude and described the win as a culmination of rebuilding his mindset and teamwork. Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz noted that the current car better suited Hamilton’s driving style, describing the feeling of driving it as “like a god.” Former Haas team principal Günther Steiner praised Ferrari’s flawless execution, while former driver Juan Pablo Montoya said the performance silenced skeptics and offered lessons for teammate Charles Leclerc. The win was also seen as a response to previous criticism of Hamilton’s first year with Ferrari.