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Mellody Hobson’s Five-Word Tribute to Lewis Hamilton Goes Viral

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Samriddhi Jaiswal | Last updated May 24, 2025 6:57 AM ET

Lewis Hamilton isn’t just a racing legend, he’s a mindset mentor for one of the most influential women in business.

Mellody Hobson, the co-CEO of Ariel Investments, went viral for an emotional tribute to the seven-time world champion, calling Hamilton her “mind’s friend.”

“I tell Lewis, I say, you are my mind’s friend. When I am really struggling, I conjure up Lewis,” Hobson said. “What I say about Lewis—he never, ever, ever gives up. Ever.”

For Hobson, Hamilton’s focus and mental strength aren’t just admirable traits—they’re tools she draws on in her toughest moments. “Never give up. You don’t use ‘can’t,’ and you only speak positively,” she added. “So in the worst of moments, he believes anything is possible.”

It’s not the first time she’s voiced her admiration. In 2020, after Hamilton secured his seventh world championship, Hobson posted on Instagram: “Congratulations to my little brother on his 7th championship! You are a marvel. When I’m faltering, I think of your focus, perseverance and strength.”

And again in 2021, following his record-breaking 100th win, she wrote: “There are no words to describe my admiration for this legend. One hundred Formula 1 wins have never been accomplished before. Yes, you are a great driver—but you are an even better person and little brother.”

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Hamilton’s response? A quiet consistency in discipline and belief—qualities that extend beyond the track and into lives like Hobson’s, who describe him as an anchor in chaos.

As Formula 1 descends on Monaco this weekend, it’s a reminder that greatness isn’t just measured by laps—it’s measured by the lives you elevate along the way.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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