Lewis Hamilton declared that "nothing is impossible" regarding his chances of clinching the 2026 F1 world title after securing his first Grand Prix victory with Ferrari at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. This win not only marked his first triumph with the iconic team but also extended his career victory tally to a record 106 wins, following a near two-year wait.

Hamilton showcased impressive pace and tire management, aided by a well-timed Virtual Safety Car, to claim the full 25 points. With Kimi Antonelli, the championship leader from Mercedes, retiring from second place late in the race, Hamilton closed the gap to 41 points behind Antonelli, with 15 races remaining in the 22-race season.

Arriving at Barcelona after consecutive second-place finishes, Hamilton expressed optimism about his team's trajectory. He acknowledged the strength of Mercedes, stating, "It's going to take absolutely everything from all of us in this team to overcome the deficit and to get to being ahead of them and doing this consistently."

Antonelli, who saw his five-race winning streak come to an end, recognized Ferrari's resurgence:

For sure, they're in incredible form. Ferrari is very reliable, but they're quick as well.

Toto Wolff, Mercedes team principal, also noted the new dynamics in the championship race, highlighting Hamilton as a formidable contender. Former champions Jacques Villeneuve and Nico Rosberg echoed these sentiments, emphasizing that Hamilton's momentum and recent upgrades to the Ferrari car could significantly impact the title chase.

As the season progresses, the battle for the championship intensifies, with Hamilton firmly back in the mix.