Long before Lewis Hamilton became a phenom on the Formula One circuit, he privately battled depression. “From a very early age, when I was, like, 13. I think it was the pressure of the racing and struggling at school.

Hamilton's 2024 season has been a mixed bag, however, he did become the first driver to win a race after entering more than 300 in his career with his victory at the British Grand Prix. He is currently running in the sixth position in the drivers' championship with 174 points.

In an interview with The Times, Lewis Hamilton revealed the impact racing — and racism — have had on his mental health.