Lewis Hamilton secures first Ferrari victory with sprint race win in China

Lewis Hamilton claimed his maiden victory for Ferrari in only his second race with the team, delivering a dominant performance to win the sprint race at the Chinese Grand Prix on Saturday.

The seven-time world champion showcased his experience and skill by fending off an early challenge from Red Bull’s Max Verstappen on the run to the first corner.

Once in control, Hamilton maintained his lead with precision and confidence, never looking back.

Verstappen, struggling to keep pace, eventually lost second place to McLaren’s Oscar Piastri, who made a decisive overtake with just five laps to go. The Australian’s impressive drive saw him secure the runner-up spot, leaving Verstappen to settle for third.