The six-time Formula 1 champion was the first to complete 66 laps.

The second was the Dutchman Max Verstappen from Red Bull. The top three were closed by Hamilton's partner Finn Valtteri Bottas.

Russian driver Aplha Tauri Daniil Kvyat took 12th place in the final protocol.

Earlier, Kvyat said that he was pleased with the 12th place of qualification for the Spanish Grand Prix.