Hamilton signs up for Goodwood

Lewis Hamilton has confirmed that he will take part in this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed on Sunday 13 July.

Following on from his debut appearance at the hugely popular event last summer, Hamilton will again guide his McLaren Formula 1 car up the narrow hillclimb course.

His presence is especially appropriate as the Festival will have a 'Hawthorn to Hamilton' theme celebrating 50 years since Mike Hawthorn became the first Briton to win the world championship.

The Earl of March, who has held the Festival of Speed on his West Sussex property every year since 1993, is sure Hamilton’s appearance will enhance the show.

“I am absolutely delighted to welcome Lewis back to the Festival of Speed again for the second year running,” he said.

“He really thrilled the motor sport fans here last year, and I am certain that he will put on another great show for them again here in July.

“It will be great if Lewis can repeat Mike Hawthorn’s F1 success 50 years ago and win the world championship for Britain this year.”

The Festival will pay tribute to iconic British figures in motorsport history, including Stirling Moss, Jim Clark, Colin Chapman, James Hunt and Colin McRae.

There will also be a host of Formula 1 teams present alongside McLaren, with Ferrari, BMW, Honda, Red Bull, Toyota and Williams all set to exhibit their finest machinery.
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