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Lewis Hamilton Shares Emotional Message as His Brother Returns to Racing With Cerebral Palsy
Lewis Hamilton Shares Emotional Message as His Brother Returns to Racing With Cerebral Palsy originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Four-time British Touring Car Championship driver Nicolas Hamilton is back on the grid and his brother Lewis Hamilton couldn't be prouder.
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In a wholesome Instagram story, the seven-time Formula 1 World Champion celebrated his brother's return to the track by resharing a video the 33-year-old posted about walking to his BTCC car despite recent physical struggles. 'My brother is back racing! Go give him some love,' Lewis wrote.
Nicolas, who was born with cerebral palsy, opened up honestly about the challenges he faces with mobility. 'Walking always feels less severe in terms of movement to me on the inside, as it looks on the outside,' he wrote.
'I have not been walking great recently, due to tightness and potential aging… but I'm just grateful to be able to walk in the first place.'
Lewis Hamilton in the media pen after the 2025 Spanish video shows Nicolas making his way toward his race car with determination, a moment that resonated deeply with fans across motorsport. 'I might be walking poorly in my eyes, but I'm still walking to my BTCC race car!' he added.
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The younger Hamilton has long been a source of inspiration, becoming the first disabled driver to compete in BTCC. He races with specially modified pedals and hand controls, defying the odds on some of the UK's most competitive tracks.
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'Be proud of your disability whether you're able to walk or not. Whatever limitations of movement you have, move with pride,' he concluded.
Lewis and Nicolas have often spoken about their tight bond. This latest show of support underscores how personal strength and family pride continue to power both Hamilton on and off the track.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
