Lewis Hamilton is 41! 13 Times the Formula 1 Racer Flexed His Style Game

In honor of his 41st birthday, we’re celebrating Lewis Hamilton, the record-breaking F! racer who is always serving up style

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These days, athletes are known just as much for their style as their performance on the court. British Formula 1 racer Lewis Hamilton is no exception. The first Black Formula 1 racer, he holds the record for most race wins. His unique style has landed him covers of magazines like Vanity Fair and GQ and is why he’s one to watch at major fashion events like the Met Gala.

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Whether he’s wearing a hoodie or a suit, you can guarantee Hamilton always understands the assignment and does not disappoint. As he celebrates his 41st birthday on Jan. 7, check out some of Lewis Hamilton’s looks we love.

Met Gala 2025

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 05: Met Gala Co-Chair Lewis Hamilton attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

It was no surprise that Hamilton was chosen as one of the co-chairs of the 2025 Met Gala, which was a celebration of Black style. And he did not disappoint, wearing a custom ivory suit by Black fashion designer, Grace Wales Bonner.

Abu Dhabi 2025

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Hamilton looked casually cool in wide-legged jeans arriving at the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi in December 2025.

Japan 2023

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Hamilton rocks a monochromatic sleeveless top and pants during the Formula 1 Lenovo Grand Prix of Japan in 2023.

Montreal 2024

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Hamilton makes this cardigan look cool at the F1 Grand Prix of Canada in 2024 in Montreal.

Met Gala 2024

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You may not see many race car drivers at the Met Gala, but you can count on Lewis Hamilton to show up and show out like he did in this all-black Burberry outfit in 2024.

Qatar 2023

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We’ve living for the peek-a-boo detail of Hamilton’s sweater vest at the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar in 2023.

Miami 2024

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Hamilton is effortlessly chic in an elevated track suit at the F1 Grand Prix of Miami in 2024.

Abu Dhabi 2023

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No one does monochromatic like Lewis Hamilton, wearing a bold blue at the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi in 2023.

Las Vegas 2023

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Showing up on the strip in all black everything at the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas in 2023.

Japan 2023

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There’s nothing basic about Hamilton’s black and white sweater at the F1 Grand Prix of Japan in 2023.

Paris 2024

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Hamilton mixes neutrals effortlessly at the Dior Homme Menswear Ready-to-Wear Fall/Winter 2024/2025 show during Paris Fashion Week in 2024.

South Korea 2023

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Hamilton’s style is undeniable, which is why menswear brands love to see him in their clothes. He’s seen here at the RIMOWA “Mint & Papaya” collection launch in Seoul, South Korea.

Las Vegas 2023

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Hamilton arrives at the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas with a serious game face and a fierce red suit in 2023.

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