2026 Brazilian Grand Prix: Hamilton's late spin

Reports said Lewis Hamilton started from the back at the 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix, climbed into the points and later spun in worsening conditions.

Lewis Hamilton’s difficult Brazilian Grand Prix was reported to have started from the back of the grid and ended with a late spin at Interlagos. Autosport reported that Ferrari fitted a fifth internal combustion engine, which brought a grid penalty and left Hamilton starting at the rear. He arrived at the event fourth in the 2026 drivers’ championship on 261 points.

During the race, Motorsport.com and RaceFans reported that Hamilton moved forward through the field before a spin in the closing laps. RaceFans reported that he missed the pit lane when Ferrari called him in as rain returned, and later said he had not realised the conditions were worsening before the spin. Motorsport.com also reported that Hamilton told fans he was devastated after finishing ninth.

Hamilton is in his 20th Formula 1 season in 2026 and now drives for Ferrari, the series’ longest-running constructor, competing in its 77th championship year.