Lewis Hamilton thanked for ‘opening doors’ for young drivers in F1: ‘Without him it would be different’

Alpine driver Pierre Gasly has thanked Lewis Hamilton for ‘opening doors’ for younger drivers in F1 to express themselves.
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F

Hamilto🌄n will remain in F1 until the end of 2025 after signing a new two-year deal with Mercedes.

It will ജkeep Hamilton in F1 until he’s 40, having made🍰 his debut back in 2007 at the age of 22 with McLaren.

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Not only ha🅰s Hamilton had a significant impact on track with his seven world championships and 103 race wins, he’s been important away from it.

Whether it’s raising♔ issues around racism or society, or even dressing in his own unique style, Hamilton has often veered away from the traditional norms associated with a racing driver.

Gas♈ly feels Hamilton’s trailblazing over the years has made it easier for younger drivers to come into F📖1 and be themselves without fear of being criticised. 

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“I think the mentality has changed slig🍒htly, especially if you look to other sports, NBA in the States it’s very different I think people have a lot more space to express themselves.

(L to R): Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 and Pierre Gasly (FRA) Alpine F1 Team in the FIA Press Conference. Formula
(L to R): Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 and Pierre Gasly (FRA) Alpine F1 Team in the…

“I’ve always told him [that I respect him].

“Actually I get on very well with Lewis, I often thank him for sticking to his values and to himself all these years because now ওit’s definitely made the path smoother for uꦑs young drivers.”

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