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Hamilton's Mom Joins F1 Race Weekend
24 May
Summary
- Hamilton convinced his mother to attend more races after years of only attending Silverstone.
- His mother joined him in China before attending the Canadian Grand Prix.
- Hamilton cherishes spending time with his mother, who he considers his best friend.
Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton recently shared his delight in having his mother, Carmen Larbalestier, accompany him at the Canadian Grand Prix. For years, Larbalestier had primarily attended races only at Silverstone, Hamilton's home circuit. Despite his previous attempts to encourage her to travel more, she had been hesitant.
At the end of last year, his mother committed to joining him for several races in 2026. She accompanied Hamilton to China, which he described as a wonderful shared experience. Subsequently, she expressed a desire to attend the Montreal race, an invitation Hamilton eagerly accepted.
Hamilton expressed his appreciation for his mother's presence, noting that she is his best friend. He highlighted that her attendance significantly enhances the race weekend atmosphere. She particularly enjoyed her experience at the Chinese Grand Prix, feeling welcomed by the team and appreciating the camaraderie.
The Circuit Gilles Villeneuve holds special significance for Hamilton, marking his maiden F1 victory in 2007. He is currently tied with Michael Schumacher for the most wins at the venue, with seven victories each. He finds the atmosphere in Montreal electric and enjoys the unique island setting of the circuit.
