Lewis Hamilton targets Spanish GP win with Ferrari upgrades

Lewis Hamilton heads into the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend with high hopes, as an eye-catching statistic from recent years offers a potential boost to his 2025 campaign with Ferrari.



So far, Hamilton’s switch to Ferrari hasn’t delivered the success many expected, with the team securing just two podiums this season, both achieved by Charles Leclerc.



The seven-time world champion is now turning to familiar ground at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, where he has enjoyed immense success in the past.



A Dominant Record at Barcelona



The Spanish GP has been a fruitful venue for Hamilton over the years.



He shares the record for the most wins at the track with Michael Schumacher, each claiming six victories.



What’s more, Hamilton is one of only two drivers to have won at the Barcelona circuit in the last nine seasons.



Between 2017 and 2021, Hamilton dominated the event, winning five times in a row.



The only other driver to claim victory during this stretch is Max Verstappen, who won in 2016 and then again in 2022, 2023, and 2024.



As pointed out by a fan on X, this remarkable trend could hint at another top result for Hamilton or Verstappen, who are the only winners of this race since 2016.



A Turning Point for the Title Race?



While Hamilton’s strong record at the Spanish GP bodes well, success this weekend will ultimately depend on Ferrari’s pace relative to McLaren, who have been the dominant force so far this season.



The event could also mark a turning point in the 2025 title race, as changes in regulations may disrupt the current pecking order.



The FIA is introducing a new technical directive in Spain targeting the front wings of F1 cars.



The aim is to crack down on flexible wings, which many believe have played a key role in McLaren’s recent dominance.



These new regulations are expected to impact team performance, with both Red Bull’s Christian Horner and Ferrari’s Fred Vasseur hoping for a shift in the championship balance.



Upgrades and Expectations



Most teams are set to bring updated car parts to comply with the directive, which could open up fresh opportunities for teams like Ferrari and Red Bull to close the gap to McLaren.



A similar measure targeting rear wings was introduced earlier in the season at the Chinese GP, but had little effect on the competitive order.



Now, all eyes will be on whether this latest move from the FIA will be enough to shake things up.



For Hamilton, who is still searching for his first win with Ferrari, the timing could be ideal.



If the changes work in Ferrari’s favor and the British driver can recapture his Barcelona form, he may finally step back on the top step of the podium in red.
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