A new role for Hamilton Sr. In Formula 1. [Credits: X/ Formula 1]

Anthony Hamilton, Lewis Hamilton’s Father Set to Join Formula 1 Governing Body!

Lewis Hamilton's father, Anthony Hamilton will be joining FIA.

A new role for Hamilton Sr. In Formula 1. [Credits: X/ Formula 1]

Anthony Hamilton is known in the paddock as a supportive father. He was seen helping drivers numerous times on track. Hamilton’s father is an inspiration for many drivers on track.

He was the driving force behind Lewis Hamilton’s Formula 1 career. In the 2025 season, Anthony Hamilton made a lovely gesture which appealed to many fans and people in the sport.

When Formula 1 rookie, Isack Hadjar got himself in a crash. He got himself out of the race in the formation lap. In a team environment like Racing Bulls, Hadjar was distraught and broke down in tears. Seeing this, Anthony Hamilton went up to Hadjar and gave him a hug.

His support might be the defining moment of Isack’s career. Because since then, Hadjar has not looked back and has been extremely successful with the car he is given.

Lewis Hamilton's father Anthony is set for an official role at Formula 1's governing body after advising FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem on young driver development 🤝

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Anthony Hamilton Will Step Up to Join the FIA

Anthony Hamilton has a good reputation in the F1 paddock. The scenario for Formula 1 drivers is not good when it comes to rookies. Teams easily replace them on a short notice. Considering this, Anthony Hamilton advised the FIA president about young driver development.

Anthony Hamilton’s suggestion was incredibly useful for FIA President, Mohammed Ben Sulayem. Thus, he has now asked Hamilton Sr. To step up and join the FIA on a serious note.

The FIA intends to launch Young Driver Development Pathway. This program will take care of drivers from the grassroots level. The Young Drivers Development Program intends to protect drivers from unethical managers or agents. FIA will be launching this program in June.

Anthony Hamilton’s new role comes right after Formula 1’s ban on swearing. Lewis Hamilton recently spoke up about the fact that drivers need more representation in the FIA. His father’s involvement with the FIA is a positive news.

This new program started by the FIA is among the many driver development programs that the organisation undertakes. The F1 Academy is a similar program which aims to develop young women in field of motorsports. FIA will launch this initiative in Macau in June during their press conference.

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