Lewis Hamilton to change his surname to honour his mum who 'lost her name at marriage'

Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he is in the process of changing his name ahead of the start of the Formula One season. Hamilton has used the surname of his father, Anthony, throughout his illustrious racing career, but is poised to change it.

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The 37-year-old wishes to honour his mother, Carmen Larbalestier, by incorporating her name in his professional title.

"It would mean the world to my family [to win an eighth title]; it would mean a lot to me knowing that, for example, I am really proud of my family's name, Hamilton," he said at 2022 Dubai Expo.

"None of you might know that my mum's name is Larbalestier and I am just about to put that in my name.

"I don't fully understand the idea that when people get married the woman loses their name.

"I really want my mum to continue on with the Hamilton name.