Holidays With the Obamas Just One More Reason To Be Jealous Of Lewis Hamilton

Holidays With the Obamas Just One More Reason To Be Jealous Of Lewis Hamilton
Credits: IMAGO / PanoramiC and IMAGO / Newscom World

Lewis Hamilton, one of the most influential athletes of all time, is never short of celebrity friends. However, arguably the biggest name he is close to was recently revealed by Mission 44‘s CEO Jason Arthur. Per him, the seven-time world champion is in touch with former American President Barack Obama and went on a vacation with his family.

Arthur was part of a recent episode of the Track Limits podcast, where the hosts asked him what he would do if he woke up as Lewis Hamilton one day. He said,

“He relatively recently went on holiday with the Obamas. So I might just give President Obama a call.” 

Hamilton’s journey in F1 can have parallels drawn to Barack Obama’s in the American political landscape. Both, pioneers for their communities, created history becoming the first black figures in their respective fields.

After being elected as President of the USA in 2008, Obama became the first African-American leader of the country. Similarly, Hamilton (who made his F1 debut in 2007), remains the only black driver to have ever reached the pinnacle of motorsport.

Being a very popular figure in the US, Hamilton also caught Obama’s eye. The two have developed a friendship, and the ex-President’s wife Michelle Obama was also present in Miami last year to cheer the Mercedes driver on.

Lewis Hamilton and Obama’s friendship

In March 2023, as reported by The Daily Mail, Hamilton went out for dinner with Barack and Michelle Obama at a restaurant in Melbourne. The news sent shockwaves through the paddock because no F1 driver in history had star power as big as the 39-year-old.

Hamilton’s close ties with the Obamas were also on display at the 2023 Miami GP, when the former First Lady of the United States hugged him ahead of Free Practice 3.

Hamilton has several high-profile friends in the US and all over the world. There are 24 races on the calendar, and at almost every track the Briton visits, there is someone there to support him.

Obama aside, there was another former President who graced the F1 world recently. Donald Trump was present at the Miami GP paddock and visited the McLaren garage. Trump also made headlines when he greeted first-time race winner Lando Norris following his victory.

Related Posts

Fiona Phillips’ devastated husband reveals his ‘living grief’ as he says ‘slow goodbye’ to the TV legend

‘Bit by bit, Alzheimer’s takes everything’ Fiona Phillips’ devastated husband and sons have revealed they are “enduring a living grief” as they watch the once “glittering” star…

Breaking News: Christian Horner Fired by Red Bull as New Team Principal Steps In, Marking a New Era in Formula 1 Leadership.

Photo: © IMAGO Red Bull have announced their new F1 team principal for the remainder of the season after Christian Horner was sacked with immediate effect. Laurent…

Peter Andre’s wife Emily MacDonagh finally breaks silence about parenting Katie Price’s kids

Emily married Peter in 2015 The wife of Peter Andre, Emily MacDonagh, has broken her silence about raising Katie Price’s kids. Katie and Peter, who share daughter Princess,…

Hamilton Threatens to CONFRONT Ferrari Engineers After HUMILIATION!

Hamilton’s Harsh Words: A Turning Point for Ferrari? The moment that many Formula 1 enthusiasts and insiders feared has finally arrived: Lewis Hamilton has spoken out against…

Damon Hill Opens Up About His Biggest Worries for Red Bull’s Direction After the Unexpected Sacking of Christian Horner – Is the Team Facing a Critical Turning Point?

Red Bull have sacked team principal Christian Horner after 20 years in charge of the Milton Keynes-based outfit. The 51-year-old has been with Red Bull since they took over…

Victoria Beckham’s sweet montage with pregnancy snap in birthday post to ‘best friend’ Harper

Victoria Beckham, who shares her children with David Beckham, posted a gushing birthday message to her youngest child – and only daughter – Harper Seven as the…