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Hamilton sees ‘parallels’ between younger self and current F1 crop
Lewis Hamilton, a British driver, made a strong start to his Formula 1 career in 2007 with McLaren. He almost won the Drivers’ Championship in his debut season and eventually secured his first title in the following year. Hamilton, now a seven-time World Champion, is the second oldest driver on the 2023 grid, only behind Fernando Alonso. Despite being among the few F1 title winners, Hamilton believes all drivers in the sport are doing a good job and he sees similarities between himself as a young driver and the current crop of talented youngsters. He also believes that it is important to use his position of privilege to inspire others and create opportunities for the less fortunate. Hamilton acknowledges that he has grown and become more comfortable in his own skin since his early days in F1, and he is grateful for the support he received along the way. He remains committed to making a positive impact and encourages compassion and assistance for those in need.
Source: Motorsport Week
