Household names in American sports are more commonly associated with athletes from the NBA, NFL, and MLB. However, some athletes outside these organizations have broken past the ubiquitous fandom of American basketball, football, and baseball — one being Formula 1 superstar Lewis Hamilton. The British native’s journey into racing began at the tender age of 8 when he was gifted a used go-kart, coming in at a price point equal to his family’s monthly income, according to Formula 1. Hamilton’s story is a testament to the power of family support, as he participated in local racing events, won championships, and honed his skills with their backing. His dedication to his craft led to him winning his first F1 race, the Canadian Grand Prix, at the age of 22. This win was especially noteworthy as Hamilton was the first Black driver in the sport. In July 2024, the 39-year-old won his 104th race at the British Grand Prix, while already holding the honor of winning the most Grand Prix titles of...

It is not an understatement to say that auto racing is big business. While in the U.S., IndyCar and NASCAR are the most popular options, there is another that is the biggest in the world — Formula 1 (F1). You’re forgiven if you think that IndyCar is the same as F1 since the cars used in both circuits are very similar. In particular, there’s one F1 driver who’s taken the world by storm, Lewis Hamilton. Hamilton currently drives for Mercedes and has won an impressive seven World Drivers’ Championship titles, and also currently holds the records for several other prestigious positions. While Lewis Hamilton may not be a household name for the average American if they don’t follow F1, he’s quickly built up a reputation and fan base — and is also credited for making the F1 sport as a whole more accessible and appealing to a larger audience. But exactly how much is Lewis Hamilton worth? Lewis Hamilton’s Early Life Lewis Hamilton was born in 1985 in Stevenage, Hertfordshire in the United...