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Do you recall the time when Sebastian Vettel sent tickets and a handwritten note to a fan? During the conversation with Vettel, it came up that the fan could not get the tickets for the race. The fans ended up getting tickets and a note at his doorstep. Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel are probably the kindest F1 drivers to grace F1 with their nature. Lewis Hamilton and Co. recently fulfilled a terminally ill kid’s wish by surprising him with a $15 million gift. So, what is this generous & wholesome gesture from Lewis & Mercedes?

Lewis Hamilton is a fierce racer on the track and an equally humble person off the track. The Mercedes driver always appreciates the fans during the races and thanks them for supporting him. The Briton rose from a humble beginning and now works actively to support social causes. Continuing the journey to make the world a better and happier place, bringing a smile to this kid who is suffering from a chronic condition at a rather young age.

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Morgan Riddler is a three-year-old kid from the UK who was diagnosed with cancer in October of 2021. However, since the relapse, doctors have suggested that the treatments aren’t working anymore as Riddler continues to suffer from cancer. A tweet by @MercedesAMGF1BR suggested that Morgan was headed for Silverstone but the doctors suggested that the 3-year-old has limited time left.

Mercedes got to know about Morgan Riddlers’ story and surprised the terminally ill kid with a moment he will never forget. They showed up at the Kid’s doorstep with what looked like an earlier version of the W13 from last year. The Silver Arrows decided to bring an F1 car to Morgan rather than him having to travel all the way to Silverstone. The car is expected to be worth $15,000,000, as per the Spanish website AS.

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This wasn’t the first time Mercedes did something like this as back in 2019, Harry Shaw, another terminally ill kid was presented with a Mercedes F1 car by Lewis Hamilton and the Spanish GP trophy of the Briton. 

Lewis Hamilton and his attempt to make the world a better place

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Lewis Hamilton was suggested to be the most Charitable athlete according to the Sunday Times Giving List from 2022. Hamilton has donated 7% of his total earnings to charitable causes. The Briton has donated millions to support education, youth, and employment across the world.

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Lewis Hamilton initiated Mission 44, a foundation that aims at helping people from different ethnic backgrounds to make it to Motorsports. The Briton also races with the pride flag on his helmet in support of the LGBTQ and enlightens the world about it. 

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What do you make of this gesture by Lewis Hamilton and Co.? Isn’t it heartwarming to see this?

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