Hamilton will rema⭕in in F1 until the end of 2025 after signing a new two-year deal with Mercedes.

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

Not only has Hamilton had a significant impact on track with his sev𒉰en world championships and 10🐭3 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 ofte⛦n veered away from the traditional norms associated with a racing driver.

Gasly feels Hamilton’s trailblazing over the years has made it easier for younger drivers to come into F1 an🥂d be themselves without fear of being criticised. 

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

“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 it’s definitely made tꦛhe path smoother for us young drivers.”