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Lewis Hamilton’s Spanish GP Misery Overshadowed as Sauber Celebrates Shock Victory

Redação by Redação
June 5, 2025
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Lewis Hamilton’s Spanish GP Misery Overshadowed as Sauber Celebrates Shock Victory

Formula One F1 - Monaco Grand Prix - Circuit de Monaco, Monaco - May 25, 2025 Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton before the race Pool via REUTERS/Gabriel Bouys

F1 Sensation: Lewis Hamilton’s Misery at Spanish GP Sparks Rival Celebrations

In a shocking turn of events at the Spanish Grand Prix, Formula 1 legend Lewis Hamilton faced a dismal outcome, leading to unexpected celebrations from a rival team in the paddock. The aftermath of the race saw a disheartened Hamilton addressing the media, expressing his disappointment with his “terrible” performance and struggling to come to terms with his sixth-place finish.

Despite Hamilton’s woes, the spotlight shifted to the remarkable achievement of another team on the grid. Sauber’s Nico Hulkenberg managed to overtake the seven-time world champion in the closing stages of the race, securing a fifth-place finish for the team. The Sauber garage erupted in cheers, with team principal Jonathan Wheatley exuberant in his post-race interview with Motorsport.com.

Wheatley beamed with pride as he recounted Hulkenberg’s decisive move on Hamilton, marking a significant moment for Sauber, a team that has faced its fair share of challenges over the past 18 months. The team’s progress at the Spanish Grand Prix propelled them ahead of Alpine and Aston Martin in the constructors’ standings, with Hulkenberg clinching their second points-scoring finish of the season.

Reflecting on Sauber’s journey, Wheatley emphasized the team’s resilience and relentless effort, especially following a tough period in F1. After finishing at the bottom of the standings in 2024 with just four points, Sauber has made a remarkable comeback in the 2025 season, surpassing their previous tally early on and continuing to impress nine races into the championship.

The Spanish GP weekend was a pivotal moment for Sauber, underscoring their dedication and the effectiveness of recent upgrades to their car. Despite driver Gabriel Bortoleto being the only full-time driver yet to score points in 2025, his 12th-place finish in Spain marked a significant personal best in his budding F1 career.

As the FIA announces further penalties following the dramatic Spanish Grand Prix, the F1 landscape continues to evolve, with underdog teams like Sauber making waves and challenging the status quo. Hamilton’s setback may have stolen the headlines, but the resurgence of teams like Sauber serves as a testament to the unpredictable and captivating nature of Formula 1 racing.

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