Overview

• Hamilton described the Spanish Grand Prix at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya as the worst race he has ever experienced after finishing sixth.
• He radioed complaints of insufficient rear grip on his SF-25 and attributed his pace drop to used tires and a slow pit stop.
• Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur confirmed an issue arose on Hamilton’s car during the last stint before the Safety Car.
• Charles Leclerc secured third place in Barcelona, outscoring Hamilton by three positions and extending his advantage in the Drivers’ Championship.
• Former teammate Nico Rosberg labeled Hamilton’s start at Ferrari “a very dark situation” as the team works to resolve SF-25 performance problems ahead of the Canadian GP.