Hamilton marks 400th race in honorary home of Brazil

Lewis Hamilton achieved a significant milestone in his Formula One career by marking his 400th race at the upcoming Sao Paulo Grand Prix. The British driver, who is the most successful in the sport's history with 106 race wins and 105 pole positions, expressed his amazement at reaching such a feat. Despite reaching this milestone, Hamilton remains focused and competitive, stating that he still possesses the speed, dedication, and focus required to excel in the sport.

Hamilton is currently third in the championship, trailing Max Verstappen by two points. He joined Ferrari last season and has already secured his record-extending 105th pole position this year, though he finished second after a collision with Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc. For Hamilton, the significance of this milestone lies not in the number itself, but in the fact that he achieved it while enjoying immense popularity in Brazil, where he was granted honorary citizenship in 2022.

McLaren teammate Lando Norris praised Hamilton's career as an inspiration for younger drivers, while Audi driver Nico Hulkenberg commended his determination to continue competing despite already surpassing numerous records.