14/06/2026 19:19 - Deportes
Lewis Hamilton celebrando en el podio con el equipo Ferrari, confeti rojo cayendo, trofeo de ganador en mano, pilotos Russell y Norris en segundo y tercer plano
Lewis Hamilton returned to the top of the Formula 1 podium this Sunday, June 14, 2026, at the Spanish Grand Prix, achieving his first victory with Ferrari and ending a victory drought that had extended since July 2024. The 41-year-old Briton demonstrated he remains an unstoppable force in world motorsport, leading a podium completed by George Russell (Mercedes) and Lando Norris (McLaren).
The seven-time world champion secured a historic triumph for the Italian team, which celebrates its return to victory at a circuit that has always been special for the squad. The race was marked by two-stop strategies with medium and hard tires, under extreme track conditions with temperatures exceeding 50°C (122°F).
| Pos | Driver | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | L. Hamilton | Ferrari | 25 |
| 2nd | G. Russell | Mercedes | 18 |
| 3rd | L. Norris | McLaren | 15 |
| 7th | P. Gasly | Alpine | 6 |
| 10th | F. Colapinto | Alpine | 1 |
Franco Colapinto is an Argentine racing driver born in Pilar, Buenos Aires Province, who has become a rising star in Formula 1. The 22-year-old (as of 2026) joined the Alpine team after making his F1 debut, becoming the first Argentine driver to compete in Formula 1 in over two decades. His presence has sparked a massive wave of enthusiasm among Argentine motorsport fans, who have followed his career from Formula 2 and Williams to his current seat at Alpine.
In Argentina, Colapinto is considered a national hero in the making, with his races drawing massive television audiences and his merchandise selling out regularly. His journey represents the dreams of a nation passionate about motorsport, following in the footsteps of Argentine F1 legends like Juan Manuel Fangio (five-time world champion) and Carlos Reutemann.
Franco Colapinto faced a complicated race at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, a technical track located in Montmeló, about 30 kilometers north of Barcelona, Spain. The circuit is known for its mix of high-speed corners and tight turns, making it a true test of driver skill and car setup.
The Argentine driver started from 13th position after qualifying with a time of 1:16.191, narrowly beating his teammate Pierre Gasly by just 0.070 seconds. During the race, he showed strong pace on soft tires and even received a team order to let Gasly through, a strategy that benefited the French team.
After crossing the finish line in 8th place, race stewards applied a 10-second penalty for failing to respect a single yellow flag under Article B1.8.4.a of the sporting regulations. A yellow flag indicates a hazard on track, requiring drivers to slow down and be prepared to stop. Failing to respect it is a serious safety breach. This penalty reclassified him to 10th position, costing him 3 points but still allowing him to score 1 championship point.
Additionally, he received one penalty point on his Super License (the license required to compete in F1), bringing his total to 2 penalty points. Drivers who accumulate 12 points within a 12-month period face a race ban.
"I almost lost control of the car three times," Colapinto declared about his discomfort with the Alpine A526 during the qualifying session.
Pierre Gasly finished in 7th place, scoring valuable 6 points for Alpine. Flavio Briatore, the team's executive advisor and a legendary figure in F1 who previously managed Michael Schumacher and Fernando Alonso to world championships, highlighted the teamwork between both drivers and celebrated Alpine scoring points with both cars. The French team now has 57 points in the constructors' championship.
The retirements of Andrea Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) and Charles Leclerc (Ferrari), who suffered a heavy crash in Q3 qualifying, facilitated the ascent of several drivers in the final standings. Fernando Alonso, the two-time Spanish world champion, will start from pit lane in the next race due to changes made to his car.
In Saturday's qualifying session on June 13, George Russell (Mercedes) secured pole position with a time of 1:14.679, followed by Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) with 1:14.743 and Andrea Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) with 1:14.998. Franco Colapinto recorded 1:16.191 as his fastest lap, qualifying 13th but starting from that same side of the grid (the clean side), which offers better grip at the start.
Formula 1 continues its European tour with the Austrian Grand Prix scheduled for June 26-28, 2026 at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg. Colapinto will look to bounce back after this challenging race and continue scoring points for Alpine. The Argentine driver continues to gain experience and confidence despite the challenges with the A526 chassis.
The Red Bull Ring, located in the Styrian mountains, is known for its scenic beauty and fast, flowing corners. It's a home race for the Red Bull Racing team and often produces exciting races due to its relatively short lap and limited overtaking opportunities.
Source: Imago News Argentina
Alfredo S. Quiroga
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