Lewis Hamilton Secures Podium at Canadian GP 2026

Lewis Hamilton has hailed his P2 finish at the Canadian Grand Prix as the “happiest day at Ferrari so far”, marking a significant milestone in his tenure with the Scuderia. The seven-time World Champion, who has faced both triumphs and challenges since joining Ferrari in 2025, expressed unbridled joy after battling Max Verstappen for second place and securing a hard-fought podium finish.

A Weekend of Highs and Lows

Hamilton’s journey to the podium in Montreal was anything but smooth. After showing strong pace throughout the weekend, he endured a setback on Saturday during the Sprint, where he dropped to P6—a result that left him frustrated but determined to turn things around.

Come Sunday’s main race, however, the Briton delivered a masterclass in racecraft. Starting from P5 on the grid, Hamilton made strategic gains, overtaking competitors with precision and capitalizing on opportunities to close the gap to Verstappen. The final duel for P2 was intense, but Hamilton held his nerve, crossing the line behind the dominant Red Bull driver to secure his first second-place finish with Ferrari in a main race.

A Moment of Pure Joy

The elation was palpable as Hamilton addressed the media post-race, his voice brimming with emotion.

“Oh man, it’s the happiest day of my days at Ferrari so far,” he exclaimed. “It feels great to be able to put the Ferrari on the podium, and to get my first second place with the team as well in the main race. This is my second podium as well.

I’m just elated and so proud of the team for working so hard. I finally have the engineering team that I’ve been working towards. I think our car is great, the guys did a fantastic job over the winter to get the car where it is, and I think I understand it a lot better and much more comfortable with it.”

Hamilton also emphasized the importance of reliability and teamwork in achieving the result, acknowledging that while Ferrari isn’t yet at the absolute top, this podium is a testament to their progress.

“Whilst we’re not exactly where we want to be, to get a result like this capitalises [on]… we’ve got great reliability. This is awesome, and a big thanks to the team.”

When asked about the personal significance of the achievement, Hamilton’s response was simple yet profound:

“Honestly, it’s the best feeling. I feel very light right now.

I feel great in my body—physically I’m very, very strong—and clearly mentally in a good place. I arrived this weekend with mega energy, and I want to take this forward.”

Ferrari’s Championship Hopes Boosted

Hamilton’s P2 finish, coupled with Charles Leclerc’s P4, has given Ferrari a significant boost in the Constructors’ Championship. The team now sits second in the standings, further solidifying their position ahead of third-placed McLaren, which ended the race without points.

This result not only underscores Hamilton’s growing comfort with the Ferrari package but also signals a positive trajectory for the team as they continue to refine their car and strategies for the remainder of the season.

What’s Next?

With momentum on their side, Ferrari will look to build on this success as the season progresses. Hamilton’s confidence, both in himself and the team, suggests that more podiums—and perhaps even victories—could be within reach.

For now, Hamilton and his crew can savor this special moment, a reminder that perseverance and teamwork can turn challenges into triumphs.

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