2026 has given Lewis Hamilton fans plenty to cheer. After a tough first season at Ferrari in 2025, he took his first Grand Prix win in red at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix and, heading into October, sits third in the drivers' championship. At 41 he is still adding to records that may never be beaten.
From a karting kid in Stevenage to a seven-time world champion and a knight of the realm, Hamilton's journey is one of the great British sporting stories. Explore our Lewis Hamilton collection as you read.
Lewis Hamilton Fact File
| Full name | Sir Lewis Carl Davidson Hamilton |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 7 January 1985 (age 41) |
| Place of birth | Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England |
| Event | Formula 1 driver |
| Nationality | British |
| Current team | Scuderia Ferrari (since 2025) |
| Car number | 44 |
| World titles | 7 (2008, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020) |
Career History
| Years | Team | Wins | World titles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–2012 | McLaren | 21 | 1 (2008) |
| 2013–2024 | Mercedes | 84 | 6 |
| 2025– | Ferrari | 1 | – |
| Career (to early October 2026) | 106 | 7 | |
Wins are Grand Prix victories only (Sprint wins not included). Career totals also include 104 pole positions and 208 podiums, all F1 records.
Early Years: From Stevenage to McLaren
Hamilton started karting as a young boy in Hertfordshire and was signed to McLaren's young driver programme as a teenager. He worked his way up through the junior categories, winning the GP2 title in 2006, and made his F1 debut with McLaren in 2007. As a rookie he finished just one point behind the champion.
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The Breakthrough: Champion in 2008
A year later he made no mistake. Hamilton won the 2008 world title with McLaren at the final race of the season in Brazil, becoming the youngest champion in F1 history at the time. He stayed with McLaren until 2012, winning 21 races in total, before a move that would reshape the sport.
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The Peak: Six Titles With Mercedes
Hamilton joined Mercedes in 2013, and from 2014 the team became the dominant force in F1. He won world titles in 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020, equalling Michael Schumacher's record of seven championships, and passed Schumacher's records for wins and poles along the way. He was knighted in the 2021 New Year Honours. In all he won 84 races for Mercedes before leaving at the end of 2024.
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The Ferrari Chapter
Hamilton joined Ferrari for 2025. He won the Sprint in China that year, but finished the season sixth without a Grand Prix podium. 2026 has been far brighter: podiums in China, Monaco, Canada and at Silverstone, and that long-awaited first Ferrari victory in Barcelona.
Honours
World Championships
- 2008 (McLaren)
- 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 (Mercedes)
Records
- Most Grand Prix wins: 106
- Most pole positions: 104
- Most podiums: 208
- Joint-most world titles: 7
Other
- GP2 Series champion: 2006
- Knighthood: 2021
Away From the Track
In 2021 Hamilton launched Mission 44 with a £20 million pledge to support young people from under-represented groups. He also set up the Hamilton Commission with the Royal Academy of Engineering, and worked as a producer on the 2025 film F1.
FAQs
How old is Lewis Hamilton?
Lewis Hamilton is 41. He was born on 7 January 1985.
Where was Lewis Hamilton born?
He was born in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England.
What teams has Lewis Hamilton driven for?
Hamilton has driven for McLaren (2007–2012), Mercedes (2013–2024) and Ferrari (2025 onwards).
How many world titles has Lewis Hamilton won?
He has won seven world championships, a record he shares with Michael Schumacher.
How many races has Lewis Hamilton won?
As of early October 2026, Hamilton has 106 Grand Prix wins, the most in F1 history.
When did Lewis Hamilton win his first race for Ferrari?
His first Grand Prix win for Ferrari came at the 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
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