- Lewis Hamiton is a British racing driver who competes in Formula One for Ferrari
- Hamilton is not only a star in the world of racing, but also one of the most iconic names in the sporting world
- The 40-year-old is best known for his time with Mercedes, where he won six of his seven Formula 1 World Championships
From being the only black driver in Formula One to having a vegan bulldog, Sportsleo takes a look at six facts about Lewis Hamilton you should know.
For starters, Lewis Hamiton is a British racing driver who competes in Formula One for Ferrari. However, the 40-year-old is best known for his time with Mercedes, where he won six of his seven Formula 1 World Championships. He also set several records, including most race wins with a single team and the fastest laps.
Hamilton is not only a star in the world of racing, but also one of the most iconic names in the sporting world. Here, we take a look at six facts about Lewis Hamilton you should know.
1. He’s The Only Black Driver To Compete In Formula One
Lewis Hamilton holds a unique position in Formula One as he’s the only black driver to compete in the sport since its inception in the 1950s. He started racing at the age of eight and won numerous karting races and championships as a child before becoming a global icon in the world of motorsports.
Hamilton made his Formula 1 debut with McLaren in 2007, and the rest, as they say, is history. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest racing drivers of all time.
2. Lewis Hamilton Has No Girlfriend
Well, it might come as a surprise to many that Hamilton is not in any relationship despite being 40 at the time of writing. According to sources, the Briton has been deliberately single for several years now as he’s prioritizing his Formula One career over romantic relationships.
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As of one of the top names in F1, Hamilton is a highly sought-after man. He has been linked to several top celebrities, including Kendall Jenner and Rihanna, though those remain only rumors. His last known relationship was with American singer and model Nicole Scherzinger, but the pair broke up in 2015.
3. He Was Knighted By Prince Charles in 2021
Lewis Hamilton officially became a knight during the 2021 New Year Honours and he received his title from the respected Prince Charles. He’s the fourth Formula 1 driver to be knighted and one of the few athletes who have been honoured while still active in their careers.
4. He Is A Singer and Songwriter
Lewis Hamilton is also a musician. Yes, you read that write. The legendary Formula One driver has had a secret side career in music for some time now.
Hamilton was featured on Christina Aguilera’s 2018 track “Pipe” under the alias XNDA. His fans didn’t know he was the artist behind the guest verse until he revealed it during an interview. The 40-year-old is yet to drop an album but many expect he might once he ends his racing career.
5. His Dog Is Vegan
Lewis Hamilton’s dog, Roscoe, is on a 100% plant-based diet. The racing great switched Roscoe to a vegan diet in 2020 after years of health issues. The dog’s health, energy and quality of life has since improved. It’s skin and condition have also improved.
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Roscoe has millions of followers on social media, and its Instagram account boasts more followers than some of the world’s most popular celebrities.
6. He Was Offered A Spot In Top Gun: Maverick
Wrapping up our list of facts about Lewis Hamilton is he was offered a role in the film Top Gun: Maverick.
Hamilton has been a longtime fan of aviation and was excited when he got the opportunity to feature along legendary actor Tom Cruise in the blockbuster film. However, the shooting schedule overlapped with his F1 commitments, forcing him to turn down the offer.
Nevertheless, Hamilton’s exposure to the field of acting offered him the platform to work with director Joseph Kosinski on the F1 film.
