Lewis Hamilton Garners Support From His NBA Fashion Counterpart Kyle Kuzma for GOAT Move On FIA

The seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton continues his fight against FIA for the jewelry ban. Further, the NBA star Kyle Kuzma has applauded Hamilton for his brave act against FIA at the Miami GP.

The governing body of Formula One reintroduced the ban on wearing jewelry during a race alongside the mandate rule of wearing fireproof underwear. However, many F1 drivers didn’t like the new regulations and refused to follow them.

Lewis Hamilton is one of the voices against the rule and has showcased his rejection since the Melbourne race. The FIA is now more strict than ever to see that the rules are being followed in Miami. But the 37-year-old isn’t backing down either. On Thursday, Hamilton attended the official Miami GP press conference wearing multiple watches, rings, and necklaces.

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Many fans who took the side of the drivers in this debate applauded Hamilton’s act. Even the American basketball player Kyle Kuzma showed his support for Hamilton. The Washington Wizards star called Lewis the Greatest of All Time, as he captioned Hamilton’s act with a ‘Goat’ Emoji.

Lewis Hamilton is ready to not race in Miami GP

Hamilton strongly showcased his rejection of the new rule. However, the authorities are also strict about the rule this time and might even not register the driver for the Sunday race if he doesn’t follow the rules. The Mercedes man is prepared to face such conditions, and he will not back down from his protest, even if it means he can’t race.

“If they stop me, so be it,” said the Mercedes driver. “We’ve got a spare driver. We’re all ready and prepped for the weekend… there is lots to do in the city anyway.” 

He even expressed how he wanted to wear more jewelry for the press conference, but couldn’t do so. He said, “I couldn’t get any more jewelry on today.”

Aside from the protest, Hamilton has got to think about the race, as this might be his chance to climb back up the championship ladder. The English man is having a rough season and is far away from the 2022 championship leader Charles Leclerc. Lewis currently ranks seventh on the 2022 drivers’ standings with 28 points.

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However, his pace looked great at the Friday Practice session of the Miami GP, even finishing P4 in the FP2. It would be fascinating to see if Hamilton and Mercedes can keep their spectacular form throughout the race weekend. Where do you expect Lewis Hamilton to finish the inaugural Miami GP?