[188], Hamilton wore a rainbow helmet at the 2021 Qatar Grand Prix, 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, and 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in support of the LGBTQ+ community. May 25, 2022 . "[102], Hamilton was partnered by George Russell for 2022, in place of the departing Bottas. Hamilton immediately released a statement of apology for "driving in an over-exuberant manner". 44. Clinching his second drivers' title, and eclipsing the victory tally of all British drivers before him, Hamilton declared over team-radio after the final race in Abu Dhabi: "This is the greatest day of my life. [357] In August 2020, Daily Front Row listed Hamilton as one of a group of high-profile investors who purchased W, a troubled fashion magazine. According to then McLaren executive and future CEO Martin Whitmarsh, who was responsible for guiding Hamilton through the team's young driver programme, he and Anthony Hamilton had a "huge row" at the end of the season, with Lewis' father pushing for him to move up to GP2 for 2005, while Whitmarsh felt that he should remain in F3 for a second season, culminating in Whitmarsh tearing up Lewis' contract; however, Lewis called Whitmarsh six weeks later and re-signed with the team. Home British Lewis Hamilton January 7, 1985 203 views ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 0 based on 0 rates. He also spoke with Bahraini officials about the country's human rights. Hamilton took the knee before every race he entered in the 2020 Formula One season in support of the Black Lives Matter movement and wore t-shirts bearing the Black Lives Matter slogan. That is part of the greater appeal of Lewis today. He is box office, 100 per cent. [63][64][65] After finishing on the podium in his debut, Hamilton went on to set several records as he finished runner-up in the 2007 World Drivers' Championship to Kimi Rikknen by one point, including those for the most consecutive podium finishes from debut (9), the joint most wins in a debut season (4) and the most points in a debut season (109). In Abu Dhabi, Verstappen overtook Hamilton on the final lap of the race, denying Hamilton his eighth title. [207], When Hamilton joined Mercedes in 2013, he was paired alongside old karting teammate and friend Nico Rosberg. There can be no peace until our so called leaders make change. [371] From November 2007 to February 2015, Hamilton was in an on-and-off relationship with Nicole Scherzinger, the lead singer of the American girl group Pussycat Dolls. Sir Lewis Carl Davidson Hamilton MBE HonFREng (born 7 January 1985) is a British racing driver currently competing in Formula One, driving for Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team. [204] In subsequent years, tensions between the pair dissipated, and the mutual respect has grown,[205] with Alonso praising Hamilton in 2017 saying "[Hamilton] was able to win with a dominant car, with a good car like 2010 or 2012, or with bad cars like 2009 and 2011. My whole approach to racing has developed from there. [339] Following the leak of the Paradise Papers in November 2017, it was reported that Hamilton had avoided paying 3.3million of value added tax (VAT) on his private jet, worth 16.5million. [328], Hamilton's contribution and influence has been recognised regularly in the Powerlist, an annual list of the most influential Black Britons, in which he has ranked in the top 10 in 2016 and 2017. [329][330] In 2021, Hamilton was named the most influential Black Briton in the 14th Powerlist, for his sporting success and his advocacy in the Black Lives Matter movement. Lewis Carl Davidson Hamilton's father belonged to the black community and Lewis Carl Davidson Hamilton's mother belonged to the white community, so he owns a . [85], (key) (Races in bold indicate pole position; races in italics indicate fastest lap). In a funny twist of events, Lewis has got two mothers. "[22] After his first world title a year later, many people considered Hamilton the best driver of his generation. I'm Lewis Hamilton. Hamilton is the first and, as of 2022[update], the only black driver to race in the series. Hamilton was born on 7 January 1985 in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. Hamilton said he thought the penalty was "quite light if anything" and only regretted the loss of points. [321][322] He subsequently deleted the video before later deleting all content from his social media channels,[323] although he returned to actively using his social media accounts on 17 January 2018. [226] In 2021, Hamilton was subjected to online racist abuse following a dramatic win at the British Grand Prix. [132][133], Earlier in his career, Hamilton was criticised for being hot-headed at times, as demonstrated when he was disqualified in Imola in the GP2 Series for overtaking the safety car, something he went on to repeat four years later in Formula One at the 2010 European Grand Prix in Valencia. 2021 O. Piastri [249], Building on the recommendations of the Hamilton Commission, Hamilton launched Mission 44, a charitable foundation created to help young people from under-represented backgrounds achieve their ambitions in wider society, in July 2021. 2007 T. Glock [44] He made his debut with Manor in the 2004 Formula 3 Euro Series, ending the year fifth in the championship. In 2011, after being summoned to the stewards in five out of the first six races of the season, Hamilton quipped, "Maybe it's because I'm black, that's what Ali G says. ", "Who's fastest in F1 2017: Mercedes or Ferrari, Vettel or Hamilton? [372][373], Hamilton is a Catholic; he says that he prays regularly and is guided by his faith. [235], In June 2020, it was announced that Hamilton had established The Hamilton Commission with the Royal Academy of Engineering. The 30th Formula 1 World Champion was the youngest ever, taking his first title in the most dramatic fashion - on the last corner of the last lap of the last race of one of the most scintillating seasons. While there were some on-track flash points, most notably the 2017 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, when Vettel accused Hamilton of brake checking and drove into Hamilton in retaliation, earning a penalty,[217] the pair developed a strong mutual respect in a hard but fairly contested fight. [104] Masi was subsequently removed from his role as race director,[105] with the FIA World Motor Sport Council report finding that "human error" resulted in the failure to follow Formula One Sporting Regulations concerning the withdrawal of the safety car, but also that the final standings "are valid, final and cannot now be changed. 2022 F. Drugovich, 2022 season: First winless season in Formula One. [24] He continued to be Hamilton's manager until early 2010. [134], Their old karting boss, Dino Chiesa, said Hamilton was the faster driver whereas Rosberg, who once said to Chiesa "everything relates to physics and maths", was always more analytical. I started playing guitar when I was 13. It's something special to see a kid of his age out on the circuit. [368] His racing number has always been 44 because when he started racing at age 8 his father's red Vauxhall Cavalier had the number plate "F44" and it was his father's idea to use it. [157] Toto Wolff has been vocal in his support for Hamilton's off-track pursuits, explaining how freedom allows Hamilton to function at his best. He just doesn't fade, mentally or physically. The EUIPO rejected 44IP's arguments, ruling that there had been no bad faith by Swatch Group (with "HAMILTON INTERNATIONAL" having been used on relevant goods since 1892) and that 44IP's "LEWIS HAMILTON" trade mark did not extend to the word "HAMILTON" alone for the purposes of protecting the existing mark. Bernie Ecclestone, speaking of Hamilton in 2015[135], Hamilton has been described as the best driver of his generation,[136][137][125] and one of the greatest Formula One drivers. [365], In 2017, Hamilton told the BBC that he had become vegan because "[a]s the human race, what we are doing to the world the pollution [in terms of emissions of global-warming gases] coming from the amount of cows that are being produced is incredible. Get your need-to-know [223] The FIA warned Spanish authorities about the repetition of such behaviour,[224] and launched a "Race Against Racism" campaign. He has learned how to drive these new cars, and to extract the most from them using the least Far from the unintelligent chancer many paint Hamilton to be, he is proving to be the intellectual match of his teammate and, the better racer to boot. In a nutshell, we give you the Full History of Lewis Hamilton. [387][388][389], In 2010, Hamilton, like many other Formula One drivers, moved to Monaco, purchasing a house worth a reported 10million. He has broken many records and has made his name synonymous with the sport. [97] Following the murder of George Floyd while being arrested in May 2020, which sparked national and global protests,[239] Hamilton criticised prominent figures in Formula One for their silence on the issue, writing on Instagram: I see those of you who are staying silent, some of you the biggest of stars yet you stay silent in the midst of injustice. [208] Hamilton and Rosberg were first teammates in 2000, when they were in karting. Did not finish, but was classified as he had completed more than 90% of the race distance. F1 champion Lewis Hamilton caused a mini furore in his home town of Stevenage this week when he suggested it may have been a slum when he was growing up. He's definitely someone who led by a great example, left a great example, and was a real hero to so many. Anthony Hamilton has been Lewis personal manager from 2008 until early 2010, when Lewis ended his working relationship with his father and signed a new management deal with Simon Fullers firmXIX Entertainment in March 2011. [227], Hamilton's treatment by the media and critics has, at times, been criticised as being racist. Mr Lugmayer owns the four-bedroom property on Woodfield Road where Hamilton lived between 1997 and 2001 while he was making his name on the British go-karting circuit. Hamilton had 32 victories, 55 podium finishes and qualified ahead of Rosberg 42 times. 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In 2020, the case was heard before the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). 2020 M. Schumacher For us to get out of the slums" before immediately correcting himself, saying, "Well, not the slums, but to get out of somewhere and do something. ", "Speedy Sir: Lewis Hamilton knighted in year-end royal honours", "Arise Sir Lewis! 1997 J. Villeneuve 1. [19] Being the only black child racing at his club, Hamilton was subjected to racist abuse. [262] In January 2020, he donated US$500,000 (approximately 383,000) to a variety of causes relating to the bushfire crisis in Australia. [59][60] After months of speculation on whether Hamilton, Pedro de la Rosa or Gary Paffett would be paired with defending champion Fernando Alonso for 2007, Hamilton was confirmed as the team's second driver. [198][199] In the aftermath it was reported that Hamilton had been targeted by Luca di Montezemolo regarding a Ferrari drive for 2008. 1986 A. Prost He was the highest-paid British Sportsman in 2008. [362] In January 2022, X44 were crowned inaugural winners of Extreme E Sustainability Award. [71][81] During the season, Hamilton signed a two-year contract with Mercedes, reported to be worth up to 40million per year, making him the best-paid Formula One driver in history. 2013 F. Leimer [148] Herbert compared Hamilton to tennis player Roger Federer and golfer Tiger Woods. At the 2011 Brazilian Grand Prix, he wore a special helmet in tribute to Ayrton Senna which was auctioned after the race in aid of the Ayrton Senna Foundation. "[71] New driver number regulations brought in for 2014 allowed drivers to pick a unique car number to use for their entire career, and so Hamilton elected to drive under his old karting No. 2005 F. Alonso [369], Hamilton is a fan of art and has said that one of his favourite artists is Andy Warhol. [49] Hamilton eventually re-signed with McLaren. The six-bed, four-bathroom detached house in Woodfield Road was the. [179] The winning design used a white and yellow base colour with red and orange details, and the addition of three stars, one for each of Hamilton's three Formula One championships at that time, on either side. 2011 R. Grosjean, 2012 D. Valsecchi [218][219][220] In 2021, Hamilton recalled: Mine and Seb's battle were my favourite so far. [47][48] Williams had come close to signing Hamilton but did not because BMW, their engine supplier at the time, would not fund him. [71], Changes to regulations for the 2014 season, which mandated the use of turbo-hybrid engines, contributed to the start of a highly successful era for Hamilton. "[320] He was condemned on social media and by LGBT charities for his comments. I won the British championship and one day I want to be racing your cars.. [317] He is also involved in charitable work through the creation of his Lewis Hamilton Foundation. 44IP alleged that Swatch Group's application was made in bad faith and that it was contrary to "fair competition" in relation to 44IP's existing "LEWIS HAMILTON" mark. [221], The first and, as of 2023, the only black driver to race in Formula One, Hamilton has been subject to racist abuse throughout his career. Now, without further ado, lets begin. [53] Hamilton won the GP2 championship at his first attempt, beating Nelson Piquet Jr. and Timo Glock. He is the highest-paid F1 racer globally with a contract of 40 million pounds per year with Mercedes. The way minorities are treated has to change, how you educate those in your country of equality, racism, classism and that we are all the same. Having a Go-Kart opened doors for a competition which Hamilton utilized by competing in Kart Circuits. [note 2] Jim Holden writing in Autocar suggests Hamilton might not only be among the greatest British drivers in Formula One, but one of the greatest British sportsmen. Following a successful first season at McLaren, Hamilton signed a multi-million-pound contract to stay with the team until 2012. 1988 A. Senna [378], On 14 March 2022, Hamilton revealed that he is in the process of legally changing his name to include his mother's maiden name, Larbalestier, as a middle name. [152][153] Holden has suggested that racial bias may have contributed towards Hamilton's perceived lack of popularity relative to his achievements, with Hamilton's race and physical appearance being mixed-race and often seen sporting earrings, dreadlocks and designer clothing alienating some of the sport's traditional white, elderly male fanbase. Sit back as we walk you through his labyrinth of family ties. It all began from the Rye House Kart where he proved himself as a racing prodigy to watch out for by winning championships. Look at some of these houses. [85], Having signed a contract with Mercedes that lasted until 2020, it was confirmed Hamilton would defend his title in 2019. [367] In 2018, Hamilton said in an interview that he gave up drinking "a while ago". [263] The money went towards the fire services and animal welfare charities. 1984 N. Lauda To start with, Anthony Hamilton, the father of Lewis Hamilton, is black British. Stevenage is quite nice actually. More so, Lewis Hamiltons Parents, Family, Girlfriends/wife to be. 1979 J. Scheckter, 1980 A. Jones [225] Shortly before the 2008 Brazilian Grand Prix, a website owned by the Spanish branch of the New York-based advertising agency TBWA and named pinchalaruedadeHamilton, which translates into English as "burst Hamilton's tyre", was featured in the British media. He has opinions about the environment, young people, fashion and music. After a tough childhood and a strenuous path to the top, Hamilton's maxim, "Still I rise" holds testament to his life. That year saw Mercedes win 16 of the 19 races that season, 11 of those secured by Hamilton as he prevailed in a season-long duel for the title against teammate Rosberg. Lewis Hamilton, in full Lewis Carl Hamilton, (born January 7, 1985, Stevenage, England), British race-car driver who was one of the most successful Formula One (F1) Grand Prix racing drivers of all time. [122][123] During the turbo-hybrid era, Hamilton remained unbeaten in every race affected by wet weather from the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix up to the 2019 German Grand Prix, where his almost five-year streak was broken by Max Verstappen. I have got a phone call with the CEO later today to discuss how we can work on getting rid of all the leather supplied to the cars. 1962 G. Hill His third and fourth consecutive titles followed in 2019 and 2020 to equal Schumacher's record of seven drivers' titles. [21] To support his son, Hamilton's father took redundancy from his position as an IT manager and became a contractor, sometimes working up to four jobs at a time including employment as a double glazing salesman, dishwasher, and putting up signs for estate agents,[22] while still attending his son's races. [80] Ultimately, a succession of poor starts from Hamilton early in the season and a crucial engine blowout in Malaysia meant Rosberg took the title, which he successfully secured before announcing his shock retirement from the sport immediately after beating his rival. 1967 D. Hulme Spanish. [191] After post-race comments made by Hamilton which suggested he had been forced into a supporting role, the FIA investigated whether McLaren had broken rules by enforcing team orders. 1951 J. M. Fangio [212] After three years of Mercedes' dominance from 2014 to 2016, Ferrari produced a car that was capable of fighting for the championship in 2017 and 2018. His father's name is Anthony Hamilton and his mother's name is Carmen Larbalestier. Lewis Hamilton's seventh Formula 1 title gave him flashbacks to a traumatic childhood. "[209] Sports journalist Paul Weaver contrasts their upbringings;[209] Rosberg, an only child, was born in Germany but brought up in Monaco and was the son of a wealthy former Formula One world champion, Keke Rosberg, whereas Hamilton was born on a council estate in Stevenage, and his father had to work multiple jobs to fund his son's junior racing.[24]. [195] British motorsport journal Autosport claimed that this "[led] Dennis to throw his headphones on the pit wall in disgust: a gesture that was misinterpreted by many to be in reaction to Alonso's pole";[196] however, McLaren later issued a statement on behalf of Hamilton that denied the use of any profanity. The cruelty is horrible and I don't necessarily want to support that and I want to live a healthier life. 1, deciding to stay with his old karting No. [375][376] Hamilton is also a supporter of LGBT rights, and strongly criticised the Hungarian government before the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix,[377] while also calling out the "terrifying" Saudi Arabian LGBT laws before that Grand Prix. "[327] The town mayor subsequently accepted his "gracious apology". While Hamilton immediately sought to correct his remarks, the leader of Stevenage Borough Council described the comments as "disappointing" and noted that people felt "very offended". [156] Since Hamilton's rookie season in 2007, Formula One's annual global revenue rose by 53%, to $1.83billion as of 31 July 2016. Lewis started his relationship with the lead singer of the American girl band,Pussycat Dolls, Nicole Scherzingerin November 2007 but broke up in January 2010 for the purpose of having time for their individual carers. READ: Pierre Gasly Childhood Story Plus Untold Biography Facts Lewis Hamilton was born to his father, Anthony Hamilton -a black-British. I would have thought by now you would see why this happens and say something about it but you can't stand alongside us. [380], On 18 December 2007, Hamilton was suspended from driving in France for a month after being caught speeding at 196km/h (122mph) on a French motorway. Please stay tuned for more interesting F1 stories from our website. This was likely to have been encouraged, or even required, by Hamilton's own watch sponsor. Fernando Alonso, speaking of Hamilton in 2017[161], A prodigious talent as a teenager, Hamilton established himself as one of the world's best drivers following his record-breaking rookie year. [341] Despite not residing in the UK, HMRC data published in 2019 puts Hamilton among the top 5,000 highest UK tax payers. 2014 L. Hamilton [31], Hamilton began karting in 1993 and quickly began winning races and cadet class championships. The sensational triumph of the sport's first black driver, in only his second year at the pinnacle of motorsport, was a . [54] He secured a dominant win at the Nrburgring, despite a penalty for speeding in the pit lane. Childhood Story, plus untold biography facts. According to The Times, Lewis Hamilton's net worth is estimated at $311 million. His former home sold for 540,000 in February 2012 and today its estimated value is 880,000, according to. [206], In their time together as teammates, Hamilton and Alonso won 8 of 17 races in the 2007 Formula One season. [24] Hamilton, an Arsenal fan, said that if Formula One had not worked for him, he would have been a footballer or a cricketer, having played both for his school teams. [307][308], Hamilton frequently attends charitable functions[309][310][311][312] and has supported projects and charities such as the Make-A-Wish Foundation,[313] Comic Relief,[314] Rays of Sunshine,[315] Children in Need,[316] and Stevenage's Keech Hospice Care Children's Service, among others. Hamilton told The Sunday Times in 2014: "What people don't realise is that I pay tax here [in the UK], but I don't earn all my money here. Particularly when you are up in front of a crowd, trying to find the right words to express the long journey you've had in life, I chose the wrong words. After having considerable playtime with the radio-controlled toy car, Anthony gave his sons passion for racing a boost by gifting him a Go-Kart, which gave him a much real racing experience. She has been seen several times at some of his bigger races and also at championships giving moral support to her son who has not failed to make her proud. [194] Hamilton was reported to have sworn at Dennis on the team radio following the incident. He is statistically considered as the most successful driver in Formula One history.[a]. After six years with McLaren, Hamilton signed with Mercedes in 2013. It's knowing I was racing against an incredible driver, not only that but a great man in Seb who is a four-time world champion and we were racing against another team, he was at Ferrari who were very strong at the time. The Mercedes W13 suffered with extreme porpoising early in the season which limited the car's potential;[108] at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Hamilton deemed the car "undrivable". [253][254] Hamilton spoke to human rights organisations and legal experts. [86] Hamilton led the drivers' standings for the majority of the season, fending off title challenges from team-mate Bottas, the Honda-powered Red Bull of Verstappen and Ferrari's recently promoted Leclerc, to clinch his sixth drivers' crown at the 2019 United States Grand Prix with two races remaining. The rivalry between him and Rosberg intensified, climaxing in a heated battle at the US Grand Prix where Hamilton won in an action-packed, wheel-to-wheel battle with his teammate to clinch the title with three races to spare. 1982 K. Rosberg The Childhood Biography of Valtteri Bottas, Oscar Piastri and George Russell will interest you. [251] Ignite focuses on increasing diversity in motorsport, by improving educational opportunities and offering financial support. Hamilton entered the final round of the 2010 season with a chance of winning the title, but ultimately finished fourth as Sebastian Vettel won the race to take his maiden drivers' crown. Prior to that, he paid out $21.7m on a unique six-bedroom detached villa in West London, which he is currently refurbishing. Biography and Wiki of Lewis Hamilton Sir Lewis Carl Davidson Hamilton, aka Lewis, has been given the title of Sir after his commendable performances in the world of car racing. Following his karting successes, the British Racing Drivers' Club made him a "Rising Star" Member in 2000. His birthplace is in Stevenage, United Kingdom. [25][26], Hamilton was educated at The John Henry Newman School, a voluntary aided Catholic secondary school in Stevenage. [340] The jet was sold in September 2019. ", "Hamilton just has the best car, doesn't he? [363] The team won the 2022 Championship in the final race of the season, beating RXR, who were disqualified from the race. 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