Lewis Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton is a British professional racing driver, born on January 7, 1985, in Stevenage, England. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest drivers in the history of Formula One. Hamilton began his professional career with McLaren in 2007, where he won his first World Championship in 2008.

Hamilton is known for his exceptional speed, skill, race-craft and relentless pursuit of success. He has won numerous individual awards and holds multiple records, such as the most pole positions in Formula One history.

Off the track, Hamilton is also recognized for his activism and influence, speaking out on various social issues and inspiring millions worldwide.

McLaren

• Early Career: Hamilton was signed by McLaren and Mercedes-Benz's Young Driver Support Programme in 1998. He made his Formula One debut for McLaren in 2007.

Mercedes

• Record-breaking Career: In 2013, Hamilton moved to Mercedes. Over the next years, he won multiple World Championships, becoming one of the most successful drivers in the history of the sport.
  Individual Awards: At Mercedes, Hamilton won the majority of his World Championships.

Formula One

• Debut: Made his debut in Formula One in 2007.

Achievements:

• World Championships: Seven-time World Champion (2008, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020).
• Hamilton holds the record for the most pole positions and is considered one of the greatest drivers in the history of the sport.

• Position: Hamilton is a racing driver who competes in Formula One, the pinnacle of motorsport.
• Skills: Known for his exceptional speed, skill, and race-craft. Hamilton is celebrated for his ability to extract maximum performance from his car, regardless of the conditions.

• Family: Hamilton is not married and does not have any children. He has two brothers, Nicolas and Alex.
• Activism: Hamilton is an outspoken activist for various social issues, including racial equality and animal rights. He is also a promoter of a vegan lifestyle.

• Lewis Hamilton is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his activism and influence off the track. His impact on the sport and his status as an icon extend beyond the racing world, inspiring millions of fans around the globe.

Most Pole Positions in Formula One:

• Over 100 pole positions

Most Wins in Formula One:

• Over 90 wins

Seven-time World Champion:

• Equal with Michael Schumacher for the most World Championships

Books

• Hamilton, L. (2007) My Story. London: HarperCollins.
• Stafford, I. (2009) Lewis Hamilton: The Full Story. London: Blake Publishing.

Websites

• Formula 1: Information about Lewis Hamilton’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.formula1.com
• Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team: Details about Hamilton’s career at Mercedes. Available at: https://www.mercedesamgf1.com

Articles

• BBC Sport: Lewis Hamilton: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/55197743
• The Guardian: Lewis Hamilton’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/lewis-hamilton

Interviews and Documentaries

• Lewis Hamilton: The Full Story (2015): This documentary provides a detailed look at Hamilton’s life and career, featuring interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues.
• ESPN Interviews: Various interviews and features on Lewis Hamilton, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.espn.com