Lewis Hamilton drops heartfelt message for Reece James after Club World Cup win as love pours in across social media
On July 13, 2025, an important moment took place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Chelsea won the FIFA Club World Cup after beating Paris Saint‑Germain, 3–0. Everyone noticed Reece James hoisting the trophy, however.
Then, out of nowhere, seven‑time Formula 1 champion Sir Lewis Hamilton shared a warm and simple message. He wrote on Instagram Story: 'Through it all, you kept your head up and kept pushing! Proud of you, brother.' His words caught the hearts of fans and players alike, coming right after a tough season filled with injury setbacks for James.
Sir Lewis Hamilton praises Reece James after Club World Cup win
On July 15, 2025, Lewis Hamilton used social media to reach out to Reece James. Lewis Hamilton reposted a photo Reece James shared of himself holding the trophy after the match on July 13. He wrote,
'Through it all, you kept your head up and kept pushing! Proud of you, brother.'
Reece James, born December 8, 1999, in London, is Chelsea's right‑back and captain since 2023.
He has been key in Chelsea's recent success, helping them win the UEFA Conference League and now their second Club World Cup title.
Reece James missed parts of the earlier season due to injuries. That's why Lewis Hamilton's message mattered, coming from a sports star who knows what it means to face hard times and keep going. Lewis Hamilton used the word 'brother' to show strong support, which fans saw as sincere and caring.
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Reece James reacts to support from Lewis Hamilton
Reece James did not give a full response to Lewis Hamilton yet, but his teammates and fans are talking about it. After the win on July 13, Reece James said:
'I think for sure we are moving in the right direction… so it's a big statement.'
At the same match, Donald Trump's unexpected stay on stage during the celebration became a talking point. But now, everyone is shifting focus back to Reece James and his journey. The support from Lewis Hamilton shows respect across sports from F1 to football.
Lewis Hamilton's post made people on X (Twitter) light up with excitement. Fans praised the gesture, calling it true sports friendship. It was simple, but powerful: a champion congratulating another after a well‑deserved win and big comeback.
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