In recognition of his service to the motorsport industry, the world-champion racer has received a knighthood.
The post Lewis Hamilton Is Now Sir Lewis Hamilton appeared first on LUXUO.

Seven-time Formula One racer Lewis Hamilton is made a knight in an investiture ceremony conducted at Winsor Castle, England. The knighthood bestowed onto Hamilton by Prince Charles was in recognition of the 36-year-old racer?s contributions to the motorsport world. Hamilton received his MBE from Queen Elizabeth II in 2009 after winning his first F1 championship.

Hamilton is the sport?s first Black driver to receive the title and the fourth F1 driver to be knighted. He is also the only one to receive the knighthood while still racing. The three predecessors who have also been knighted include Sir Jack Brabham, Sir Stirling Moss and Sir Jackie Stewart. 
READ MORE: Alfa Romeo Welcomes F1 First Chinese Driver: Zhou Guanyu

Appearing in a black double-breasted suit, Hamilton wore a brooch from Cartier High Jewellery and the dazzling piece is encrusted with rubies and diamonds over platinum.

The Mercedes driver has a record-breaking 103 Grand Prix titles and is also an advocate for fighting racism. Understanding the influence he has on social media, he actively champions for diversity in both the motoring world as well the fashion industry. The latter of which he bought a table at the Met Gala and invited young emerging designers to attend the ball.

In the motoring world, he h...