Hamilton's Struggles at the Spanish Grand Prix Spark C...read more

Hamilton’s Struggles at the Spanish Grand Prix Spark C…read more

Lewis Hamilton faced a challenging weekend at the Spanish Grand Prix, with performance issues and strategy missteps leaving him far from the podium. The seven-time world champion, who has dominated in previous seasons, found himself battling in the midfield rather than contending for victory.

Hamilton’s underwhelming performance did not go unnoticed in the paddock. Several of his rivals appeared buoyed by his misfortune, seeing his struggles as a rare opportunity to gain ground in the championship standings. While the Mercedes team continues to grapple with car performance inconsistencies, competitors like Red Bull and Ferrari capitalized on the moment to extend their advantage.

With tensions rising and the championship race heating up, all eyes will be on how Hamilton and his team respond in the upcoming rounds. For now, though, the Spanish Grand Prix has shifted the momentum — and given rival teams something to celebrate.

Read more for full race analysis, team reactions, and what’s next for Hamilton.