Hamilton demands “recover Africa” and yearns for GP on the continent. F1

The renowned Formula 1 driver, Lewis Hamilton, has expressed his desire for a significant change in Africa, advocating for a movement that will “reclaim” the continent.

Hamilton and his Vision for Africa

The seven-time world champion, with roots in Togo and Benin, expressed his pride in his African origins. Hamilton expressed his concern about the influence that European powers still exert in the region, urging unity and action to reverse this situation.

I think it’s the most beautiful part of the world, and I don’t like that the rest of the world owns so much of it and takes so much from it and nobody talks about it. I really hope that the people who run those different countries come together and meet and take back Africa.

Lewis Hamilton

The Ferrari driver highlighted the importance of Africa, with its vast resources, reaching its full potential. Hamilton believes that the current control is a factor hindering this development.

In addition to his political vision, Hamilton reiterated his desire to compete in a Grand Prix on African soil before retiring. He has been working to achieve this goal for years, actively seeking the inclusion of Africa in the F1 calendar. The driver has expressed his frustration at the absence of a race in Africa, despite the presence of events on other continents. Hamilton mentioned his love for countries like Kenya, Rwanda, and South Africa as possible venues for a Grand Prix.

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Hamilton is determined to keep competing until his dream of racing in Africa, a continent he considers fundamental to his heritage and the future of Formula 1, comes true.