Lewis Hamilton experienced a landmark moment by taking his first sprint pole position with Ferrari at the Chinese Grand Prix, part of the 2025 Formula 1 season.
The British driver beat Max Verstappen in a highly competitive and intense session, reigniting excitement among fans and the motorsport community.
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This pole not only represents a major milestone in Hamilton’s new chapter with the Italian team, but also stands as a symbol of resilience after a challenging start to the season in Melbourne.
Alongside Hamilton and Verstappen, the top five in the sprint were completed by Oscar Piastri, Charles Leclerc, and George Russell, confirming the tight battle among the top teams this season.
Although the exact margin of the pole lap has not yet been officially disclosed, the undeniable highlight was Hamilton’s precise and aggressive performance at the wheel of the Ferrari, which seems to be increasingly tailored to his driving style.
On social media, fans celebrated the return of the seven-time world champion to the top of the charts — now wearing red — and began speculating about a potential new era of dominance, or at the very least, thrilling battles between him and Verstappen throughout the year.
The moment Lewis Hamilton took #F1Sprint pole for @ScuderiaFerrari #F1 #ChineseGP pic.twitter.com/qTJiTAQocB
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