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Hamilton Edges Leclerc for Chinese Grand Prix Victory

3/16/2026

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Lewis Hamilton triumphed over Charles Leclerc at the Chinese Grand Prix, securing his first podium as a Ferrari driver.
The race featured wheel-to-wheel action and a moment of contact Hamilton described as a "kiss."
Charles Leclerc said Hamilton was "just stronger this weekend."
After two races, Leclerc is third in the Drivers' standings, one point ahead of Hamilton.
Ferrari sits second in the Constructors' Championship.

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Story summary

Lewis Hamilton triumphed over Charles Leclerc at the Chinese Grand Prix, securing his first podium as a Ferrari driver.
The race featured wheel-to-wheel action and a moment of contact Hamilton described as a "kiss."
Charles Leclerc said Hamilton was "just stronger this weekend."
After two races, Leclerc is third in the Drivers' standings, one point ahead of Hamilton.
Ferrari sits second in the Constructors' Championship.