Lewis Hamilton to support England and Brazil at World Cup

Formula 1's seven-time world champion, Sir Lewis Hamilton, revealed he will be cheering for two national teams at the upcoming FIFA World Cup. The 41-year-old Ferrari driver plans to divide his support equally between his home country, England, and Brazil.

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For me, the national teams of England and Brazil are completely equal.

"For me, the national teams of England and Brazil are completely equal," Hamilton explained. He currently holds fourth place in the Formula 1 World Championship standings. "Brazil has always been my favorite team. Growing up in England, I enjoyed watching their games. I was captivated by their colors, culture, and the exceptional technical skill of their footballers, who always seemed to play with effortless grace."

Hamilton's strong connection to Brazil is not coincidental. His childhood idol was the tragically deceased three-time world champion Ayrton Senna. In 2022, the British driver was also granted honorary Brazilian citizenship. "What I love most about Brazil is the people and their energy. It's an incredibly diverse country where I feel at home," Hamilton emphasized. He also values the social aspect of Brazilian football, noting that many stars emerge from impoverished streets.

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Brazil has always been my favorite team. Growing up in England, I enjoyed watching their games. I was captivated by their colors, culture, and the exceptional technical skill of their footballers, who always seemed to play with effortless grace.

The historical record of World Cup encounters heavily favors the South American giants. England has never defeated Brazil in a major tournament. In their four World Cup clashes, England has managed one draw and three losses, the most recent being in the quarterfinals of the 2002 tournament after a famous goal by Ronaldinho.

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What I love most about Brazil is the people and their energy. It's an incredibly diverse country where I feel at home.