Lewis Hamilton’s relationship with his brother Nicholas is a testament to brotherhood beyond the F1 track. Both bonded over their passion for motorsport and forged their separate destinies. Nicholas shared a touching Instagram post, featuring childhood and recent photos, to celebrate their journey of resilience, determination and family support.
Supported by family, he underwent surgery and therapy to walk unaided by 17, fostering a passion that led him to become a history-making BTCC driver. On a recent post he wrote, “I was ‘cross-eyed’ in the top image, due to my difficult birth, not to mention, my CP too, with Lewis starting out his motorsport journey. 26 years later, Lewis is 7 time F1 World Champion & I am a history maker in the British Touring Car Championship, being the first disabled athlete in the series, having overcome my condition & proven everyone wrong..."
Beyond his personal achievements, Nicolas is dedicated to inclusivity in motorsport. He co-founded Team BRIT, the UK's first race academy for disabled drivers, providing opportunities for others to follow their dreams. Nicolas Hamilton's journey inspires both on and off the track.
Nicolas Hamilton's Inspiring Journey with Cerebral Palsy
Nicolas Hamilton's life story transcends motorsport, defined by resilience against cerebral palsy. In 2020, he became the first disabled driver in the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) to score points, challenging physical limitations with customized car adaptations and an indomitable spirit.
