One hell of a day for Sir Lewis Hamilton! His prayers were answered, and for the ninth time, the legend won the British Grand Prix. This is what redemption looks like. It is quite natural to cry tears of joy after a long drought of two and a half years. And not just Hamilton, but all of the F1 community cried along with him. This win was special.

Following his 2021 Abu Dhabi GP debacle, debates broke out on whether Hamilton should continue in F1 or not. There were also rumors, that he was considering retirement. The next two years witnessed the ‘fall’ of the King. The races, once filled with the British National Anthem, now echoed with the Dutch National Anthem. Amidst all the criticism, neither fans nor Lewis Hamilton lost hope. Redemption was on its way. But when?

A long wait of 945 days. And now, Lewis is back on the podium, with the legendary golden trophy of Silverstone in his arms. A match made in heaven! This win surely marks the return of the ‘fallen’ king. While the series of greetings and appreciations continue, here’s what Lewis Hamilton had to say.

Lewis Hamilton’s emotional confession as the winner of the 2024 British Grand Prix

Hamilton couldn’t hold his tears as he swooped across the last turn of the track. His emotions came naturally. The win felt like his maiden win. While talking to Sky Sports after the race, the legend confessed what he was feeling. When the reporter remarked “It’s like a fairy tale”, Hamilton’s candid response showed how much this victory meant to him.

“My heart’s racing (…),” Lewis said. “It was the most emotional to a win that I have ever experienced. I think after such a difficult 2021, just try to continue to come back. There were so many thoughts, so many doubts in my mind along the way.”

Major setbacks can make any human question their capabilities and Hamilton is no different, although some would disagree that he is ‘human’.

A 7x World Champion, master at breaking records, and the writer of his fate, Lewis Hamilton is in a league of his own. He also mentioned in the interview that after 2021’s mishap he sometimes thought of not continuing. This highlights the immense pressure the F1 drivers experience every single time they’re on the track.

Especially for someone like Lewis Hamilton, the pressure increases tenfold. “To wake up every morning and continue to try and finally succeed- it’s the greatest feeling I can remember having,” the 39-year-old added. However, when Hamilton wakes up tomorrow morning, he will be a nine-time British GP winner.

“He still got everything he needs”: Anthony Hamilton shares his thoughts on son’s win

After Lewis’s win, Anthony, his dad, embraced him in a very emotional moment. His greatest supporter, Anthony, has seen all his highs and lows, from his rise in 2006 to his fall in 2021. “He questions himself like we all do occasionally. You question whether you’re still good enough, young enough, strong enough,” said the proud dad.

The 2021 mess made Lewis question his abilities, and a streak of no wins made things even harder.“I know Lewis, and as far as I’m concerned he still got everything he needs to run at the top. And sometimes you just need reminding about that. He knows he’s got it, and today… what a huge confidence boost,” Anthony added.

This win was much needed, especially with his upcoming move to Ferrari. Hamilton’s British GP victory has reaffirmed his place in F1. Both Ferrari and Mercedes are celebrating, as is the Hamilton household. And let’s not forget Roscoe, Lewis’s lucky charm. LH Army must thank Roscoe too!

Lewis Hamilton’s ninth British Grand Prix win was a day of triumph and emotion. The victory showed his resilience and determination ahead of the Ferrari move. Hamilton, his supporters, and his family celebrated a deeply personal and well-deserved comeback. This win rekindled hope and reaffirmed his legendary status in Formula 1. Making his last Silverstone win with Mercedes memorable, the king is back, and his journey continues with new energy.