Lewis Hamilton is a British racing driver widely regarded as one of the greatest in Formula 1 history. He has secured seven World Drivers’ Championship titles, tying the record held by Michael Schumacher. Hamilton has achieved remarkable consistency, with a career that includes over 100 wins and a record-breaking number of pole positions.
Born in 1985 in Stevenage, UK, Hamilton began his racing career in karting before progressing through various junior racing series, including Formula Renault and GP2. He made his F1 debut in 2007 with McLaren, finishing third in the championship. In 2008, he won his first World Championship. In 2013, he joined Mercedes, where he would go on to dominate the sport, winning titles in 2014, 2015, and several consecutive years thereafter.
Hamilton is also known for his off-track advocacy, including his environmental activism and efforts to combat racism. He was knighted in 2021 for his services to motorsport. Despite a challenging 2022 season, where he failed to win a race, he rebounded in 2023, finishing third in the driver standings.
Hamilton is expected to leave Mercedes at the end of the 2024 season and join Ferrari, marking a significant move in his career.