Hamilton Brothers' Full-Circle Moment: Nicolas Tribute as Both Race Same Weekend

Almost two decades on from Lewis Hamilton pushing him in a wheelchair through the Barcelona paddock, Nicolas Hamilton is celebrating “both Hamilton brothers” racing on the same weekend.

Why it matters:

The Hamiltons' journey from a disabled child dreaming of racing to a seven-time F1 world champion and his brother competing in the British Touring Car Championship highlights the power of perseverance and family. This weekend, with Lewis at the Canadian Grand Prix and Nicolas at Snetterton, marks a rare moment where both are on track simultaneously.

The details:

• Nicolas, who has cerebral palsy, made his racing debut in 2011 – four years after Lewis won his first F1 title. He now races for Team VERTU in the BTCC, currently 19th in the standings after two rounds.
• Posting a photo from 2008 of Lewis pushing him in a wheelchair at the Spanish Grand Prix, Nicolas wrote on Instagram: “2026 – We both prepare to get into our race cars! …I always think of Nic in his chair all those years ago & I’m so proud.”
• Lewis echoed the sentiment: “Whether I am last or first, that’s why I race… for Nic in his wheelchair, dreaming of racing, but struggling to walk.”

What's next:

The Hamilton brothers' parallel careers continue to inspire. Nicolas, now 34, has said he races for those who face similar struggles: “Be proud of your disability whether you’re able to walk or not. Move with pride.” This weekend, both Hamiltons will be on track – a powerful testament to how far they’ve come together.