HINCH’S HEROES: Who does IndyCar star James Hinchcliffe reckon was brilliant in Barcelona?


A sensational Lando Norris pole, a barnstorming start from George Russell and plenty of wheel-to-wheel action – the Spanish Grand Prix may have ended with a familiar face on the top step of the podium, but Max Verstappen’s route to victory wasn’t nearly as straightforward as he’s become used to. IndyCar star and F1 TV pundit James Hinchcliffe was watching closely, and has picked out the five drivers who impressed him most across the weekend in Barcelona…
Max Verstappen – P1
It goes without saying Verstappen has enjoyed a car advantage more often than not over the last few seasons, but he still has an uncanny ability to pull off wins when he isn’t in the quickest car, whether it’s by outsmarting or out driving the competition.
Next Up
Related Articles
Why are there pit lane speed limits and how are they measured?
Hadjar keeps Monaco podium after post-race investigation
How Red Bull helped Hadjar 'keep the car alive' to claim P3
What time is the 2026 Barcelona GP and how can I watch it?
How 'aggressive and ambitious' strategy earned Aston a point
8 moments you might have missed at the 2026 Monaco GP
