Why Lewis Hamilton legally changed his name - 'I don't fully understand' Lewis Hamilton marked his 40th birthday this week, setting the stage for a milestone year in his Formula One journey.
Hamilton is one of just five F1 drivers this century to race past their 40th birthday, and it's been over three decades since a driver in their 40s tasted victory on the track - which was Nigel Mansell in 1994.
Hamilton is gearing up for an important visit to Ferrari headquarters in Italy later this year, ahead of the eagerly anticipated season launch event at London's O2 Arena on February 18.
In 2022, Hamilton said: "I’m really proud of my family’s name: Hamilton.
It should be noted that Hamilton is no stranger to challenging perceived wisdom, having previously revealed plans to legally change his name in honour of his mother.
