"It's Like A Superpower" - World Champion Lewis Hamilton On What It's Like To Race A Formula 1 Car

Lewis Hamilton, who just tied the all-time Formula 1 record with his seventh world championship win, sits down for an extended interview with Stephen Colbert to talk about his victory, the big dreams he had as a young cart racer, and the almost superhuman feeling he gets when taking turns at 150mph. #Colbert #FormulaOne #LewisHamilton
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[@vunenemutarini3006]

I wish Americans understood just how massive of a deal this man is. 😅

[@gamesdonovan7666]

We do. Well the F1 fans here do. The problem is no one here watches. No one really knows Schumacher either.

[@justinf4071]

I think its cuz not alot of people are into cars like us maybe idk, correct me if im wrong but i think theres a correlation to liking cars and watching formula 1

[@heavyharris5580]

@@justinf4071 Plenty of people are into cars here, they just care more about the cars that go in circles and the cars that go in a straight line really fast.

[@justinf4071]

@@heavyharris5580 yeah i feel that, 0-200 and 0-100 is cool and all but idk you wont feel that adrenaline and the performance of a car until ur in a proper track like spa or monza

[@stephenthwaite3115]

So the car he drives has nothing to do with it?.I support the forgotten hero’s,the engineers and designers who built him an unbeatable car.

[@silentqueue2344]

Full marks for having Lewis on the show.

[@popps33]

Yeaup motorsport GOAT!!

[@ShonnDaylee]

Straight up! It's been one helluva F1 season! Love him or hate him, he did manage to pull off 7 world titles. No matter how good the team is, that's still not easy. Much respect. Big ups to A Late Show for having him on, despite F1 being so much less popular in the States.

[@NemohHoes]

Wish they brought on Kimi

[@ShonnDaylee]

@@NemohHoes LOL.... That would be an odd interview. Stephen asks a long in-depth question... Kimi says... "Yep"

[@emma-eventing]

@@NemohHoes would 1000% watch that interview

[@tempestofquestions]

I love Lewis Hamilton's backstory. I wish Mercedes didn't dominate the sport so much, but can't help but feel happiness for Hamilton. Love that he's using his fame and voice to advocate for other people of color.

[@rumblefish9]

Great time for Mercedes and Hamilton, shit time for Valteri "Its James" Bottas and for F1 as a whole. I hate that Mercedes' dominance has robbed us of years of good battles. When the backmarkers put on a better competition than the leaders, there's something wrong.

[@xxDxxism]

@@rumblefish9 I mean...Bottas can't really live up to what Rosberg did with Hamilton in terms of teammate win margins. All in all its his own fault

[@sjpconnor]

Mercedes doesn't dominate the sport. Lewis Hamilton dominates the sport.

[@phillyphil1513]

well keep in mind this same sentiment was expressed regarding Ferrari back during the NA/Schumacher era.

[@sashingopaul3111]

@@phillyphil1513 well to compensate we got 2005-2012 with 5 really intense title fight (06, 07, 08, 10 and 12).

[@lekis5975]

Lewis Hamilton is so calm, he takes the whole zen thing to a whole other level. And the light in his eyes...it speaks of a special anointing.

[@dianamaioru497]

This is beautifully put. These are my thoughts as well, but you expressed them so much better!

[@DaylightDigital]

Worlds collide: I watch Lewis and Stephen separately every day

[@charliebrewtoo]

That's not a coincidence.

[@almudd]

Just thinking that! Awesome to see it and so weird in the USA

[@TheInselaffen]

Ditto. It is like that moment in Talladega Nights when Sacha is reading L'Étranger.

[@petepierre6458]

Ditto for me, sure Lewis has an awesome car, but he gets even more out of it than others. It's good to see Stephen out of his usual "comfort" zone interviewing someone away from his usual day to day interactions.

[@creekboi7]

Brother

[@stevensamuel4634]

For any new or unknowing F1 fans, Lewis' performance on Sunday was one of his greatest drives of all time.

[@sumitblogs15]

fanboy

[@Random415510]

@@sumitblogs15 get a life

[@stevensamuel4634]

@@sumitblogs15 not really denying it tbh. But I respect a lot of drivers on the grid

[@sumitblogs15]

@@Random415510 I have a way better life than you blind fanboys

[@pranay_]

@@sumitblogs15and yet here you are commenting on a random KZbin thread!

[@spybaz]

Lewis wore his wet tyres down to slicks in the last race and still won. Brilliant driving.

[@felixmurphy472]

to be fair, that was one of the things that made the race so interesting. It was too dry for the inters and too wet for the slicks, because they needed the softer compound that only the inters had. I never thought I would see the tyres like that at the end of the race, and wow was it a great one. I think seb said in an interview "it was not his race to win" and I could not agree more. A great fashion to win a championship with.

[@andrebrown8969]

I have never seen that before. It was amazing, also when his tyres blew out.

[@raisin39]

Watch post...yes he did drive on shot tires. Respectfully the people who design them but it's experience and drive of the person behind the wheel.

[@Smithy250]

Well it was beneficial to have a slick at the time anyways if it rained he would've been fucked though

[@Goaltimer]

Yes, he is the one with the special gift of talent just like Senna.

[@polyglotuk]

How nice to see a longer-form, unhurried interview without interjections and commercial breaks. You could tell they were both more relaxed.

[@gbg9459]

Podcasting changed the game forever, even for mainstream talk shows like this :) gotta love it!

[@ColinRichardson]

You know.. You hit the nail on the head perfectly there. I been watching a few clips here and there on KZbin and it wasn't until watching this, it feels like I have come up for air and taking big deep breaths.. All others feel like Quick Fire, Half Questions, Half Answers.

[@GregChen]

god save the lockdown

[@captaino16]

Letterman had Sebastian Vettel on back in 2012 and being the racing fanboy he is he wanted to ask him every possible question in one segment. Being a huge fan of Dave and of F1, that interview was such a disappointment. Dave kept interrupting Seb to fit in more questions and was really out of character, it almost seemed like he was nervous. This was much more relaxed, I agree.

[@TheAdnanmajor]

Take a moment to realize what this man has achieved in Motorsport. Still he Rises. 🙌🏽

[@MrArchie800]

Absolutely - plus you always expect 'seasoned' drivers to slow with age (it's totally normal) but I just can't see that happening - I wonder how far he can go?

[@tfodthogtmfof7644]

But on top of that, every time I see or hear him, I am impressed at just how much of a good person he is. The man lives up to encouraging and uplifting others always. The first words out of his mouth after that laughing cheer in the car was to thank his team. It wasn’t “I did it!” , it was “Thanks guys!”. That says a lot about who he is.

[@kurtilein3]

@@tfodthogtmfof7644 There is a philosophy very close to that, called "Ubuntu", there are marvelous clips of Nelson Mandela explaining it. The way i see it, for people who are very fortunate, the way to turn it into being really happy and satisfied and not just monetarily rich is to lift others up, help them archieve their goals, by changing the community directly around you, where you have the most influence. Challenging your employer about diversity and even turning getting this changed into a serious project takes some balls, Colin Kaepernick basically got fired for trying.

[@MrArchie800]

@@tfodthogtmfof7644 Yep most people don't realise F1 is a 'team sport', the driver is just one part of a huge team (albeit a very visible part).

[@rumblefish9]

With ZERO competition btw. Mercedes is untouchable and so dominant the other teams can't even compete. And anytime Bottas gets even a whiff of a victory, the team pulls the whole "Valteri, its James" team orders on him. Anyone could win in that car and that's the truth. And before anyone slings the whole I'm being racist thing, i myself am a minority POC who is also an F1 fan. When the backmarkers put on the better show of overtaking and racing than the front, there's a problem with the sport. Hamilton is a good driver but a huge part of his dominance is because of the car. When he didnt have a good car, he was languishing barely cracking top 3 from 2009 to 2013. All of his wins were in the most dominant cars. In his first year with mercedes he was outside top 3 despite a solid but non dominant car. He didn't start dominating until Mercedes won the hybrid engine wars.

[@Sheamu5]

The race last weekend was honestly one of the best I've ever watched. And Lewis drove an immaculate race to clinch the title. If you're able check a vid of the race, or even the highlights.

[@vimlanarsamuloo9067]

Watched it live and it was just another #lewishamilton Masterclass....hes on another level to all the other drivers💜💜💜💜💜💜🍾🍾🍾🍾🍾🍾🍾🍾🍾🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@blackgirlsrock264]

@@vimlanarsamuloo9067 Well said!👏🏾🏆🇬🇧

[@vimlanarsamuloo9067]

@@blackgirlsrock264 💜💜💜💜🇿🇦

[@pixelboujee]

Monza was pretty good too this season!

[@RafaelRamirez-vk4vu]

As a F1 fan, I'm all giggly with emotions while watching Colbert and Hamilton in the same screen....

[@JohnAxelAbel]

im giddy just to see f1 on a mainstream us show

[@guruspubichair]

This was such wholesome interview. Definitely one I would want to introduce Lewis Hamilton to my friends.

[@ab8jeh]

@@savagebob911 he can't know everything about everyone. I think he did a decent job to be honest, speaking as a long time F1 fan here.

[@NafaratMiyaMiya]

Cool Runnings was one of my faves too... Lewis is a F1 Legend second and first he's a genuinely good person with a good heart ... He will continue to do amazing things, I wish I could be a part of that.

[@botecof1]

Great chat! So good to see Lewis here.

[@rnichol22]

He lives in US, he has a US accent.

[@takanoshi11]

@@rnichol22 he lives in Monaco

[@kabirbedi11]

@@takanoshi11 and has a British accent 😂

[@zsfekete5211]

Damn, I didn't know about the Hamilton Commission, that is awesome! Inclusivity is great, but it is so rare that people actually try to understand the deep roots of why a field is not diverse which is the most important thing. Mad respect to him.

[@annas8661]

This was such wholesome interview. Definitely one I would want to introduce Lewis Hamilton to my friends.

[@warrenpuffett2359]

Your friends don't know who Lewis Hamilton is??? Introduce them to F1!

[@edbe7385]

He did am interview with Letterman on his new show which was excellent.

[@400person]

Stephen: “are there any movies that get racing right?” Lewis: “talladega nights” Niki Lauda in heaven: “what the hell lewis?”

[@dallinorr6929]

Right?!? RUSH!!

[@michaelx4810]

Maybe. How many Americans have watched Rush, you think?

[@josaphatfebrianj.f_works2838]

what about Ford V Ferrari ? i mean its not F1 but that's a straight history fact

[@empty3293]

@@josaphatfebrianj.f_works2838 le mans 66 was a great movie

[@phillippugh2161]

Well he didn't ask you what movies you like .....so there's that ...he asked lewis 😜

[@lilbluebirdtwlighful]

Stephen and Lewis ?? A dream I didn't even know I had come true. Team LH forever

[@RedBear535]

I never cared about F1 before him. I have no idea who I’ll cheer for when he retires.

[@kieronmckay4276]

Such a cool humble dude for being like the best ever, it's kind of unbelievable he isn't a much bigger name

[@sumitblogs15]

its just for the camera...behind the camera he is a diff person..thats why people hate him

[@joshuarowles9908]

@@sumitblogs15 Sadly, people like you throw hate into the world for no reason other than he is successful. Hope you change into a more pleasant person one day.

[@willlasdf123]

I mean outside of soccer players and LeBron, he's one of the biggest names in sports globally

[@sumitblogs15]

@@willlasdf123 what a joke 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@willlasdf123]

@@sumitblogs15 F1 has over 470 million unique viewers. The dude is one of the biggest names in sports. It's undisputable.

[@acke26]

GET IN THERE LEWIS !!!!!! As a motorsport fan I'm overwhelmed and thankful to witness a one in a lifetime talent like Hamilton. What a racer!!! Too secure his 7th title in the way he did here in Turkey is another proof what an exceptional driver he is. Congratulations Lewis!!!! /a Riccardo fan

[@thejonathanrath]

Valteri, it's James...

[@a.r6021]

Best F1 film I have came across is Rush (2013) with Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Brühl, directed by Ron Howard

[@rolfkarlstad4015]

It's from an older era, of course, but I agree wholeheartedly.

[@pr-tj5by]

A. r, Brilliant film.....

[@petepierre6458]

It was worthwhile film to see for sure, Daniel Brühl did a great job as Nikki Lauda, even when Lauda saw the preview showing, he claimed Daniel Brühl WAS him!.

[@rigorobles3991]

I cheer for Checo, but total respect for Lewis, this guy is in another level.

[@MattClare1]

I cheer for Lewis, ever since he was at Instabul in GP2 - but put me on team Get Checo a Seat!

[@EeekiE]

I cheer for Lewis and others, and Checo is 100% on my list. If he doesn’t get a drive for 2021 it will be a travesty. He’s one of the most consistent points machines and regularly gets the maximum out of a car and its tyres. He does Mexico proud.

[@Thomas-vd4hu]

Hope Perez gets a seat next year

[@elliotcrossan6290]

As a Lewis fan, I REALLY hope Checo gets the competitive seat he deserves! Most underrated driver on the grid

[@youmakeitreal]

Me too! I yelled OH NO! when Leclerc passed him in that last corner. Then HELL YEAH GO CHECO!!! when he went wide and Checo took 2nd back. Haven't yelled at the screen like that for a long while.

[@drifter_dave]

Two of my favorite humans having a chat. Can't really get too much better than this. I saw someone on twitter yesterday that is upset Lewis is bringing "politics" into an otherwise fun sport. 1. F*ck that person. 2. Its conversations like this that make me respect these two so much. Keep rising gentlemen.

[@Scentsational]

I second instruction #1

[@maryrosekent8223]

Nice post Drifter Dave!

[@thekitowl]

It’s human rights he’s hi lighting & surely that a good thing.

[@niuean3000]

Muhammad Ali did the same thing in his day, was controversial at the time, looking back now it seemed to be a good thing he did.

[@MoizKhan-bl1cg]

Stephen is so respectful and giving him all the praise that he deserves. Great interview!!

[@mewithapinktutu]

Thank you for this interview!!! I'm a huge F1 fan and being an American, there aren't many of us 😉😉 It's great to see Lewis recognized on your show. Massive respect for his out of this world drive in Turkey last weekend - absolutely mind blowing performance. #S7ILLRISING

[@JohnAxelAbel]

more f1 drivers need to appear on american television more

[@ashantedula5696]

There's more fans here than you think. Racing fans are just a small group in general. And not alot of advertising. Indy could do a better job of showing fans who the driver and teams are. Copy the Netflix formula I'd tune in

[@MikeM-so3je]

Thank you Steven, Lewis doesn't get the recognition he deserves.

[@hellsummon]

The past weekend, Lewis proved why he’s number one. And it wasn’t because he’s now a 7 time world champion, his skill sets showed brightly in that race.

[@rumblefish9]

Because he had the best car in the grid and Ferrari is shit and Red Bull haven't been able to match Mercedes' pace.

[@g0balot]

@@rumblefish9 You clearly didn't see the race. The track was lie ice and the Mercedes were nowhere. Lewis kept it on the track when few others could.

[@yusufmohamedade7646]

The Goat

[@pr-tj5by]

@@rumblefish9 Nice try....RB and Racing Point had the best cars, Hamilton wins by 30 seconds+ while Bottas get's lapped by Hamilton!

[@resulnaki]

I would wanna see him against Senna and Schumacher. That would have been something for ages. Schumacher is still the goat though ;)

[@thejonathanrath]

This man is a living legend. Incredible human being.

[@dianamaioru497]

He is simply _iconic._ One of the G.O.A.T athletes in the world, got over 103 wins, over 103 poles, broke all the records, (should be the 8 time champ rn if not for the FIA robbing him) and now he’s a knight as well! Sir Lewis Hamilton- I admire and respect the hell out of him. 👏

[@thejonathanrath]

@@dianamaioru497 I couldn’t have said it better. People should also remember, however, how is is continuing his legacy outside of racing - equality, justice, sustainability, and inspiring future generations. We are witnessing true greatness in Lewis. Here’s hoping he does indeed return to F1 in ‘22 and continues to inspire the world. 👑🐐🤞

[@squidcaps4308]

The conditions in Istanbul are best described by Kimi Räikkönen, the most experienced F1 driver ever. When asked if he had ever had worse conditions, he said "yes, once. In the morning practice sessions". So, it was really one of the worst conditions for a race, which was quite funny as the track started to dry up before the end.. It wasn't the rain alone, it was the oil and bitumen that seeped out from the track every minute, combined with water.. It was also super smooth so even small bits of rain caused problems. The organizers even tried to put rubber in, by having a bunch of local drivers drive hours on end in the night... only to have it wash away with rain... twice.

[@user-pk7xo8bb2v]

Great interview with a great athlete, and a truly great champion in every way.

[@HeyMJ.]

Excellent interview! I was very fortunate to see Lewis Hamilton drive F1 at Circuit of the Americas. Truly an athlete w/laser-focus and ability to deftly handle a complex, sophisticated & incredibly fast-moving marvel!

[@Meatsweats_o_O]

This was 100% better than when Seb went on Letterman. Seb couldn't even finish a thought before Letterman had to interrupt. Great job Steven.

[@nf2203]

Lewis is the GOAT, end of debate. When he is done this isn't even going to be a debate.

[@Reefiemon]

For real. People like to tout Alonso as the "man who beat Schumacher". Hamilton beat him as a rookie in the same car. It shouldn't even be a debate anymore.

[@4L3B4F]

@@Reefiemon he beat an old Schumi as a rookie. And Schumi also took 4 years off finding himself in a totally different car. Hamilton is one of the best drivers ever and he proved with the last race in the wet but you really can't tell who Is best between him and Schumi. Anyway the GOAT is Senna. In the wet he managed to lap everyone including Prost and Lauda and, unlike Hamilton, he did that in a non dominant car. Edit: these are just my opinions. The debate however is not closed and will never be. That's for sure.

[@TyrionCypher]

If any sport can never have a GOAT, it's F1. All these unbelievable men of the old eras. All those greats who died racing, like Trips, Clarke and Senna. Those who lived like Fangio and Schumacher. Now Lewis. They are all up there on Mount Olympus. But not for the life of me could I single one out, being greater than the others.

[@khimaros]

@@TyrionCypher that’s the beauty of GOAT discussions and why people love to talk about them, it’s pure opinion. For me, Lewis combines the best qualities of Senna and Schumacher, without being dirty, which Senna and Schumacher we’re guilty of many times. Who’s the ‘fastest’? We’ll never know but Lewis has been the most impressive to watch by a country mile. 😀

[@TyrionCypher]

@@khimaros true that, it's pure opinion. To me, there can never be just one. To me, Lewis has some major disadvantages when it comes to the impressive to watch part because I do find modern day F1 rather boring to watch, at least in the last couple of years. The combination of best driver and the best car (this where I would place the country mile) adds up to no competition, hence no thrill. And to me, it was always much more impressive to watch those men in their driving torpedoes, even though I am very happy that we got the sport much safer, especially after Imola'94.

[@nono-mu9rw]

he's such a good ambassador for the sport, one day formula 1 will realize what they had in him

[@GizmoWellingtonIII]

Lewis Hamilton & his dad have all my respect ✊🏼

[@skippityblippity8656]

You really should look into what kind of ghetto Stevenage is. I hear at one point they had to live in a 4 bedroom house!! Horrific

[@alexj.5207]

@@skippityblippity8656 didn't ask

[@jasonwassman3888]

The G.O.A.T Thanks Stephen for releasing the full interview. Love to see you on his visor!

[@canicetang8837]

His Old-Old 'Boss' (sort of) David Letterman owns one of the decent IndyCar team for years with his driver former F-1 driver Takuma Sato winning Indy 500 this year. I wondered if Lewis will like to give Indy 500 or Dakar a try even though he said he would never raced Le Mans. But who knows?

[@michaelx4810]

@@canicetang8837 think he also says he thinks Indy is dangerous.

[@victoralexander848]

at last lewis is getting the recognition he deserve soon to be knighted>>> arise sir hamilton

[@KushMyCologneee]

@@quackadilly1483 who gives a fuck about being knighted. That shit is overrated anyway. If I were Lewis I would keep money in my pocket and continue to not pay taxes and later with that “knighted” bullshit.

[@hicm1of124]

@@quackadilly1483- There are many people who have been knighted down the years who neither live in - nor pay tax in the UK..such as Elton John; Cliff Richard, or Jackie Stewart (who hasn't lived in the UK since the 60s - yet it's funny how you're not complaining about him?? 😙).....David Beckham lives in London, and has done for a number of years, so clearly your tax exile theory can't be the reason for him not receiving this honour either!

[@lawrencedoliveiro9104]

That would be “Sir Lewis”.

[@Dalisu87]

@@quackadilly1483 why would David Beckham be knighted?

[@DamonMcLean1]

@@quackadilly1483 you a dunce or like talking out your ass mate? He is in the top 5000 highest tax payers in the UK. Keep saying bs man. He'll keep winning

[@SayeemKarim]

I think a good movie to watch that really tells what formula 1 is like is “Rush”

[@abhishetty2637]

I was expecting him to say that, considering its about his mentor who took him from 1 world title to 7

[@MultiPoseur]

Nah, Freejack is totally realistic. The realisticest, in fact.

[@marshallmarthes]

They showed Nikki in bad light so probably that’s why Lewis won’t mention it

[@TyrionCypher]

@@marshallmarthes did they? In several interviews Nicky pointed out how happy he was with Daniel Brühls job.

[@abhishetty2637]

@@marshallmarthes Niki was was involved in the writing of the movie, he has high praise for the movie, see some interviews, he even did marketing for it

[@alainacallahan5030]

Stephen is such a great listener! I appreciate that Stephen tried to help the audience understand the remarkable achievement Lewis has accomplished.

[@acke26]

Not often we get to see such a down to earth and humble multiple world champion. Federer is also very humble, almost shy. I guess when you know your are the best, then you don't have to prove anything.

[@larsdohlen6846]

Brilliant interview Stephen! You have given everyone an insight into the F1 world and a special thanks to Lewis Hamilton! Congratulations on your 7th championship! Well done!

[@ztevil]

I think Stephen would love following F1. It's an Intelligent sport build on the knowledge of engineers, wit of drivers and strenght in teamwork. I think every Colbert fan who's a F1 fan too, will agree with me..

[@word67]

I do!

[@lawrencedoliveiro9104]

It’s not about sheer speed and going round and round like NASCAR. The tracks are designed to test the wits of the driver.

[@RHS-992]

Holy shit just realized he is the only black driver ever, and to think he came this far to be world best, wow, wild wild, you did your talking on the track and then some! Great job you deserve everything!

[@Dn12011]

Willy Tibbs set the stage....it just took a Lewis Hamilton about 30 years to walk up to it. Lots of progress still to be made. Hopefully, the Hamilton Commission meet its mark!!!

[@robertharrison1623]

@@Dn12011 It's a shame Willy T Ribbs didn't get a drive. Was quick enough but I believe the team wanted Italian drivers because of the sponsor.

[@fatimaluiza6953]

Pascal Wehrlein is a black racing driver who was in Formula 1 in 2017. Today he races in Formula E.

[@edwinlinton6430]

No he is not the only black F1 driver ever,the first was Wille T Ribbs

[@stephenthwaite3115]

Lewis is mixed -race,not black.

[@bobbyfischer7179]

Stephen Colbert, Lewis Hamilton and Formula 1 my dream ❤️

[@lewisjones4158]

Lewis seems so happy now. It' like he was pushing for this record the whole time. Never seen him so elated!

[@marshallmarthes]

He’s the first black driver to compete in f1, in his rookie year he beat a reigning 2 times world champion and got 9 consecutive podiums in his first 9 races, he has never had an unethical moment in his 14 year career he’s the cleanest racer of all time, precious champions did everything to win even crashed into their rivals but he never has had any moment like that, he has had the biggest competition in terms of driver he has faced, he has faced racism from the fans in his first year, he has never been appreciated as the greatest by the fans only coz he is black, people will always claim he is driving the best car but he hasn’t had the fastest car every year but he has never finished any season without atleast 1 win regardless how bad his car was and like his boss Toto Wolff once said that he won’t allow people who claim it’s only the car the reason he is winning and said that the drivers claiming that should analyse why they haven’t ended up in a Mercedes seat. He’s the goat he’s a racing god there has never been anyone better in 70 year history and there never will be but his biggest accomplishment is his actions against injustice, racism and betterment of environment of the world.

[@nicholasbelardo4273]

But.. he has had an unethical moment: he lied to stewards in 2009 about overtaking under safety car

[@bigjus3751]

@@nicholasbelardo4273 which his team coerced into doing.

[@nicholasbelardo4273]

@AM 78 what’s going back in the timeline got to do with lying?

[@nicholasbelardo4273]

@@bigjus3751 still did it though. Granted, he has moved on a lot since then. Used to be a big hater of his, but my gosh he has put a lot of humble pie in my mouth, especially this year.

[@nicholasbelardo4273]

@AM 78 for starters: it’s not “may or may not have”, he actually did. It’s on camera. Secondly, the reason I brought it up is because the original comment said, “He hasn’t had an unethical moment in his career.” By lying to the stewards, he has had a moment. As I said earlier, he has moved on very well past that.

[@tholsten8750]

Such a cool dude. I like what he said about bringing diversity into the sport.

[@regs3836]

Lewis Hamilton is one of the people who has and will continue to shape and change the world we live in... Thank you Lewis....

[@soumyaarora2925]

Lol 😂

[@Yassy4348]

By God’s Grace 🙏🏾

[@charleshennekam2613]

Always interesting to hear Lewis’ views. I hope he continues and wins many races!

[@johngilling9028]

Surely "Sir" Lewis Hamilton from now on.

[@ehjhey7]

You would think. People have certainly gotten the honor for less.

[@timbateman7202]

Unfortunately because he lives in Monaco (for tax reasons) he is very unlikely to be knighted. Otherwise it would be a definite!

[@tn_onyoutube8436]

@@timbateman7202 it’s outrageous that this is a consideration for giving a knighthood. There are dozens, maybe hundreds of “Sirs” who now live abroad, many for tax purposes, many just because it suits them. Dozens of actors and musicians for example - Hopkins, Stewart, Day-Lewis, Starr, many others current and past - and also captains of industry, like James Ratcliffe and even James Dyson who technically still lives in England but has moved his company, and thus his taxes, to Singapore. Are we going to rescind their Kinghthoods for having the temerity to live abroad? As you allude, Hamilton should get a knighthood irrespective of where he lives or pays tax - though it would indeed be nice if he did that here in the UK.

[@konradyearwood5845]

@@timbateman7202 And Sir Sean Connery lived in Switzerland and Sir Mick Jagger has never paid UK tax. It is a weird set of principles we live by. The man who invented the self righting life boat used by the RNLI and other coastal rescue services (his design had to be developed in Sweden as he could not get backing in the UK) never got any recognition and he was a Brit who lived in Britain!!

[@timbateman7202]

@@tn_onyoutube8436 . . . 100% agree with you sir. Liz better have an honour for Lewis at Crimbo otherwise I’m writing her a letter!

[@ImTheJoker4u]

One of the best race movies was Grand Prix with James Gardner. Oldie, but a goodie. They actually strapped cameras to F1 cars and ran hot laps with other cars. Theres even footage of the old Monza track layout with the oval👍 Its genuinely some of the best race footage on film.

[@lockdown550]

they didn't just run hotlaps they actually included real racing footage as well

[@raisin39]

Thanks going check it out. Did you see Lemans with Steve McQueen. Love the movie.

[@ImTheJoker4u]

I haven't, yet, though I've heard its an excellent film.

[@raisin39]

@@ImTheJoker4u Hey John another one is Bullet with Steve McQueen.

[@ImTheJoker4u]

@@raisin39 Not a racing film, but some good car chases. Ronan is probably my favorite car chase movie. The way it was filmed gave it such realism and intensity. And its got one of my favorite movie lines: Henchman: "You ever kill anyone?" DeNiro: "Eh - I hurt somebody's feelings once" Me:😂

[@martinrodgers6114]

As always, Poise with humility and grace. I have been a fan since day ONE! Lewis has provided people like me with so much enjoyment and admiration. Stay safe and God Bless, Lewis.

[@pratikchaudhary6054]

Stephen is just so good at interviews man. The questions are just spot on. As a fan of the sport, I love how easy Stephen made for his viewers to understand what the sport is about through his questions.

[@andarax8]

This is a crossover I never thought I'd see, there you go

[@phillyphil1513]

likely keeping up with Kimmel who already had Lewis on 4 years ago, and Noah who already had Lewis on 2 years ago.

[@jastallion45]

He's done so many USA talk shows.. I think Ellen at one point

[@JobeMI6]

You make me feel proud to be British Lewis. You are an inspiration, in so many ways! Congratulations on your knighthood Sir, amazing achievements 🤗

[@anaos1004]

He’s soo down to earth, so modest, vegan, activist... I mean, I just love him ❤️

[@soumyaarora2925]

Lol 😆 I pretend the same everyday 😏 fucking need of hour since I gained puberty

[@shivamshuklaaa]

Lewis Hamilton down to earth 😂😂. I bet you are not a Formula 1 fan. Don't get me wrong he is a great driver and a good person. But he is anything but down to earth.

[@NemohHoes]

Down to earth is def spot on xD

[@dragonflysutra3232]

@@shivamshuklaaa Yes he is and it's great to see Lewis appreciated in america as he should be in his own country.

[@ildesalinas3412]

The one thing I really like about the guy is that he has no problem admiting when he fucksu up on and outside the track

[@gordygibson8776]

Lewis Hamilton is the GOAT - the greatest guy around.

[@ghostknight627]

that spells GGA

[@skippityblippity8656]

ROSBERG

[@joshuahowie1863]

He doesn’t get credit for how intelligent he is, right down to how he automatically converts the weight lost during a race to pounds for Americans... GOAT 🐐

[@iamregalado]

I can’t believe Lewis didn’t say Rush got F1 right. The story of one of his mentors Niki Lauda and he didn’t mention it. Personally I think Lewis’s greatness comes from when his cars weren’t great. The only driver to have a win in every season he competed in. A true beast.

[@Kingofweasles]

As much as I liked Rush, there was WAAAAAY too much going on in the 1976 F1 season to do one single movie justice.

[@vatz8341]

And what a drive it was to do it too! He's as good as it gets in motorsports, Legend in every right! and Best crossover ever this!

[@zulubunsen9067]

For the most part I've never really liked Hamilton -- personal opinion, but I found him a bit full of himself. But recently he's been getting more open and relaxed from what I've seen. And here he was especially fun to watch. And while before the Turkish race I found the idea amusing that he would clinch the title while finishing 6th or so, what he pulled off to win it undoubtedly shows that he's one of the greatests of F1.

[@mctavish199]

All a matter of interpretation. Self-confidence or (perceived) arrogance. Have you watched his appearance on Top Gear with Clarkson, before he (LH) became really well known? Try it. He was unassuming then as he is now.

[@zulubunsen9067]

I've seen them and yeah, he's much more -- for the lack of a better word -- "humble" there than he was in the recent years, but to be fair those were before his winning streak with Mercedes. I'm more okay with him back then, but I can still see the spark of what I don't like about him. I also don't think I find him arrogant per se, just maybe a bit... I don't know, smug? But as you say, it's personal interpretation. He's not alone in this way though, Alonso just to name an example can be quite a diva. And as a contrast, back in his Red Bull years I disliked Vettel too, but when he appeared on Top Gear I was shocked how fun and likable he was.

[@cesarpaulmc1429]

Great interview Steve,I never thought you'll have Lewis on the show,I hope is not the last time you invite him.cheers to Hamilton for the seven titles and let's go for number 8 now.

[@RaceSimCentral]

Drive to survive on netflix is a decent window into the sport.

[@vdd1573]

yes, thanks to the show im into it

[@pologoated3634]

this was such a good interview. shotout to Stephen, really an amazing job :D

[@samsmith1840]

Lewis hamilton is very very superdriver in the world

[@shadowrobloxian5033]

Big ups for having Lewis on the show.

[@astheidiotsblow]

Woop thanks for having him on Stephen and co. From a UK fan of you and of Lewis :D

[@nkosiemahlangu1158]

His dad: "do your talking on the track." Lewis: "check this out."

[@nascarnational]

This is easily the most candid interview featuring Lewis I've ever seen. This was a great watch, I was kinda skeptical clicking on it on the "recommended videos" part of the website, but seeing how it went I don't regret that decision. As for the guy himself, I think he's gonna stay in F1 for a couple of more seasons, at best. I think that he'll give a chance @ breaking Schumi's record next year & then competing into the new era of the sport in 2022, when the FiA bring down new regulations on the teams, especially the ones regarding the cars. It'd be interesting to see how he'd stack up in a vehicle that's gonna be much different than the one he's currently piloting. Hopefully he gets the chance to do other things, too. As an American motorsport fan I'd love for Hamilton for one time or two, to come over and do some stuff, whether that regards NASCAR, IMSA , or IndyCar. I think he has the talent to adjust to everything those racing leagues have to offer. Hopefully those wishes come true once he steps away from full-time commitments to Mercedes & F1.

[@chosenone599]

Still he rises!

[@culibarri2709]

I really liked this interview. Thank you Steve, for bringing Lewis forward and giving him some of the recognition that he deserves. Also for giving him time to talk about Hamilton project and diversity. Thank you again. You are great Steve!

[@alanbarnett328]

It's like Stephen knew that I had both been obsessed with his show AND Formula One for the past few weeks and had to bring on the perfect guest. Thank you for giving such a great interview! He seemed to genuinely enjoy your time. Also, if you haven't seen the race yet, definitely watch it first if you're following F1 - he shows the results very early on in the video and I'm really glad I waited to see this until I had watched the race.

[@Chris-ww7fy]

Just stumbled across this and so glad I did!

[@abhishetty2637]

I was expecting him to say RUSH, considering its about his mentor Niki who took him from 1 world title to 7

[@johnnydharma8593]

i think since its an american show he was trying to name an american move/american motorsport for yanks to relate more

[@michaelscott7166]

It's a great film but it mischaracterises Lauda quite badly by many accounts though.

[@paulosonfilhojr]

@@michaelscott7166 Lauda said the movie is 70% accurate

[@paulallen8109]

@@paulosonfilhojr Except that in reality he was friends with James Hunt. Fact is they even shared an apartment early in their careers. And they had breakfast together at the hotel the morning before the 1976 Japanese GP. The rivalry between them was professional and not personal like in the movie. The movie doesn't mention how Hunt won the British GP but was later disqualified for having not completed the formation lap in his spare car. And most importantly, the movie doesn't show Hunt's and Lauda's duel at the 1975 Dutch GP which Hunt won while still driving for Hesketh. The movie shows nothing of Lauda's March (name of the team) years in 1971 and 1972 when he struggled and didn't score a single point. The real Lauda knew he was without a drive for 1973, had a huge loan and no prospect of another job but as an accountant and said that he briefly considered suicide. Lucky for him BRM were interested in his money for 1973. More lucky for him was that the 1973 Ferrari was so hopeless (not a single podium all year) Enzo Ferrari fumed and fired pretty much the entire team from the engineers and team principal to the drivers. With no prospect of landing any top drivers like Emerson Fittipaldi, Ronnie Peterson and Jackie Stewart, Enzo simply took back his old driver Clay Regazzoni who had raced for Ferrari in 1970-1972. He asked Regazzoni whether this "young Austrian" was any good and got the reply that:"He may not be fast straight out of the box but he's a quick learner and works hard." And no, Lauda never made the BRM go 2-3 seconds faster just by telling the engineers what to change on the car.

[@HighlandPhoenix]

We need a Fast and Furious: Lewis Hamilton Edition movie! ;)

[@Yassy4348]

💯✊🏾🙌🏾

[@ashantedula5696]

Or at least a cameo

[@duncanvincent9106]

What a professional, what a gentleman. A true ambassador for sports. Thank you. And kudos to Steven for giving him time to speak. So good.

[@samik5755]

Cool runnings 👍🏽 What a fabulous driver - well done Lewis and Stephen for a great interview

[@monochet]

When two legends and masters at their craft meet. Long live Stephen and Lewis!

[@ryanthunderhammer9970]

Lewis is a legend of F1.

[@jangofett8210]

I started following Lewis I. 08. Over the years I kept up with him and both shared love for Ayrton. I haven’t followed F1 for years now and Lewis has really shined as of recent. I feel like I’ve missed out😭

[@alpacaparka1686]

its so fun seeing two people i often watch in a single screen. Thanks for this

[@kut52]

Good F1 movie? FOUR LETTERS: RUSH! by Ron Howard

[@MariaBareiss]

I thought so, as well. I know Niki Lauda thought so!

[@MultiPoseur]

Freejack is not only the best F1 movie - but also the best movie ever made. My opinion is 100% right.

[@ianward71]

A great driver with impeccable talent and skills. This interview shows just how wonderful a person he is!

[@sandihunter1260]

I could tell Stephen you don't watch Formula 1 but that being said thank you for having Lewis on the show. I have followed him for years, from his go-cart days. He has always been a gentleman and yet he brings a new dimension to the sport. It needed to change, big time and I'm so glad to see so many more women in the sport, on the track would be better, but off the track is a good start.

[@themomentzcapturer8276]

Thanks for having Lewis Legend Hamilton here.. Big fan of both.. 😍 Formula 1 is the pinnacle of racing... These fellas are superhuman..!!

[@sharonneedles3034]

"People are marveling at this race at a level that I want to appreciate" Well said Stephen

[@johnpena8704]

Good on you Stephen getting an F1 driver on the show; now get Ricciardo on there!

[@ShonnDaylee]

YES!!!!! Do it!!!

[@ztevil]

Daniel and Lando LOL

[@canicetang8837]

Not sure if a 'Shoey' is allowed lol!

[@ShonnDaylee]

@@canicetang8837 As long as everyone uses their own shoe. ;)

[@ztevil]

@@canicetang8837 Social Distant Shoeey-ing LOL

[@marieforbes9739]

Imagine as a child he imagines driving a formula 1 car. Look at you sir Lewis, dreams do come through. .... blessings all the way from Jamaica.

[@siwi666]

such a great interview! Thank you Stephen and Lewis.

[@Tan92lfc]

I watched Lewis first Championship. incredible now

[@NemohHoes]

Colbert doing an interview with Kimi would of been a thing to see

[@db-mp2of]

Short interview

[@NaturesNirvanaSpirituality]

Best....Guest.....Ever.......As an American F1 fan. Seeing Lewis on any American television is amazing. But Lewis and Colbert together‼️🤯🤩😍🥳🎊🎉🍾

[@dakinnie]

Some really insightful questions by Stephen for someone not familiar with formula one. You can tell Lewis really appreciates the effort he put into his research.

[@kriss4200]

I'm a life long Scuderia Ferrari fan but this man is the king of F1!

[@jessicahovater3577]

Who are the 75 people who disliked this? What is wrong in their life? Colbert is a fave and Lewis Hamilton is a lovely person and ALWAY gracious

[@shards0fwords]

This was a really exceptional interview

[@Wolverines77]

Thank you Stephen for having Lewis on. ESPN cut off the race telecast right as Sebastián was leaning down, talking to and congratulating Lewis. I was really looking forward to the immediate responses, the immediate interview with Martin Brundle. Congrats Lewis!!! I watched F1 in the 80's and 90's when I could. I started watching every single race about 6 years ago when I became disabled and became home bound. I instantly became a Team Mercedes guy, though it did take me a season or two to decide between yourself and Nico as my favorite driver. I hope F1 is able to get back to Austin next year so I can actually get to my first race in person... AWESOME JOB BROTHER!!!

[@Ponchere11o]

He also had another great race in turkey, in 2006 ;-)

[@starwarssuck]

Grande Lewis!

[@alexanderseto7822]

Such a humble guy! Inspirational on multiple fronts

[@vwgti1985]

Awesome, down to earth conversation. Congratulations Lewis for your great career.