101 Amazing Lewis Hamilton Facts You Probably Didn't Know

Lewis Hamilton is a British racing driver who competes in Formula One for Mercedes. He is a seven-time Formula One World Champion, and holds the record for the most race wins (103) and pole positions (103) in Formula One history.

Here are 101 amazing facts about Lewis Hamilton:

101 Amazing Lewis Hamilton Facts

by Jack Goldstein

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1. Lewis Hamilton was born on January 7, 1985, in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England.
2. His father, Anthony Hamilton, is a black British man from Grenada, and his mother, Carmen Larbalestier, is a white British woman.
3. Hamilton's parents separated when he was two years old, and he was raised by his mother and stepfather, David Larbalestier.
4. Hamilton began karting at the age of eight.
5. He won the British Kart Championship in 1995 and 1996.
6. In 1998, Hamilton signed with McLaren as a development driver.
7. He made his Formula One debut with McLaren in 2007.
8. Hamilton won his first Formula One race at the 2007 Canadian Grand Prix.
9. He won his first Formula One World Championship in 2008.
10. Hamilton has won seven Formula One World Championships, in 2008, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020.
11. He is the only British driver to have won more than one Formula One World Championship.
12. Hamilton is the most successful driver in Formula One history, with 103 race wins.
13. He is also the most successful driver in Formula One history in terms of pole positions, with 103.
14. Hamilton is the highest-paid driver in Formula One history.
15. He is estimated to be worth $285 million.
16. Hamilton is a vegan.
17. He is a fan of hip-hop music.
18. He is a close friend of rapper Kanye West.
19. Hamilton has his own clothing line.
20. He is a UNICEF ambassador.
21. Hamilton is a supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement.
22. He is a vocal advocate for diversity and inclusion in Formula One.
23. Hamilton is one of the most popular and recognizable athletes in the world.
24. He has been named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.
25. Hamilton has been awarded the MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) by Queen Elizabeth II.
26. He has also been awarded the Legion of Honour by French President Emmanuel Macron.
27. Hamilton is a passionate advocate for animal rights.
28. He has his own line of vegan shoes.
29. He is a supporter of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals).
30. Hamilton is a supporter of the LGBTQ+ community.
31. He has spoken out against homophobia and transphobia.
32. Hamilton is a supporter of mental health awareness.
33. He has spoken out about his own struggles with mental health.
34. Hamilton is a role model for many young people around the world.
35. He is an inspiration to people of all races, religions, and backgrounds.
36. Hamilton is a true champion, both on and off the track.

Here are some additional facts about Lewis Hamilton that you may not know:

• Hamilton is the first black driver to win a Formula One World Championship.
• He is the first driver to win five consecutive Formula One World Championships.
• He is the first driver to win seven Formula One World Championships.
• Hamilton is the first driver to win more than 100 Formula One races.
• He is the first driver to win more than 100 Formula One pole positions.
• Hamilton is the first driver to win the Formula One World Championship in three different decades.
• He is the first driver to win the Formula One World Championship with two different teams.
• Hamilton is the first driver to win the Formula One World Championship in seven consecutive seasons.
• He is the first driver to win the Formula One World Championship in eight different seasons.
• Hamilton is the first driver to win the Formula One World Championship in nine different seasons.

Lewis Hamilton is a true legend of Formula One. He is an inspiration to people all over the world, and his achievements on and off the track are truly remarkable.

101 Amazing Lewis Hamilton Facts

by Jack Goldstein

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1525 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	18 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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