Hamilton Splits From Manager Dad

Anthony Hamilton has stood down as the manager of his F1 driver son Lewis who will now look for a new representative to manage his commercial affairs.

The McLaren F1 driver stated that the move was designed to build a closer family bond away from the rigours of the sport.

Anthony has overseen Lewis’ career since he was eight years old, and was an instrumental figure in guiding the 25-year-old into F1 and the 2008 title.

But with Anthony’s own business interests growing, the Hamiltons have decided to part ways professionally.

Said Lewis: ‘I’m 25 now. I think it was inevitable there had to be change. Over the past few years, we looked around to see if we could bring someone else into the picture to help with the situation, whether to help with guidance, sponsors, or whatever it was.

‘We looked at it and I just never felt comfortable with anyone else. My dad is my dad. But all of this time we were discussing bringing someone else in, we never quite had the confidence to do it.

‘I think we’re now at the point where we are looking to take that step, and I think it is a positive step. I’ve been in F1 for quite a while now and I wouldn’t have been able to do it without my dad. He’s done a fantastic job, but he’s done that job.’