WATCH: “What’s up, fam?” Lewis Hamilton graciously greets Usain Bolt at the Las Vegas GP

Lewis Hamilton and Usain Bolt have tremendous respect for each other.

WATCH: “What’s up, fam?” Lewis Hamilton graciously greets Usain Bolt at the Las Vegas GP

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The 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix came to a dramatic end last night. The event had everything an ardent follower of the sport could ask for, but while the on-track action was sensational, some special moments also took place in the F1 paddock. One of those was Lewis Hamilton sharing a heartwarming moment with the world-renowned athlete Usain Bolt.

Usain Bolt was in and around the Las Vegas F1 paddock for the whole weekend and was never too far away from the limelight. He was seen doing interviews, having a bit of pit-practice fun with teams like Alfa Romeo, and then there was the special moment he shared with the former 7-time world champion, Lewis Hamilton.

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When the legendary duo crossed paths in the F1 paddock ahead of the main 50-lap Grand Prix, Hamilton graciously greeted Bolt and said, “What’s up fam? ” Afterward, they hugged each other, and the Brit went on his merry way as he had the driver’s parade coming his way.

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Usain Bolt has been a big fan of the pinnacle of motor racing for a long time. He has several times in the past admitted to being a huge admirer of the sport and has often been seen wandering around in the F1 paddock in recent times. In the last few years, he has made several appearances in F1.

Usain Bolt is a huge Lewis Hamilton fan

While Lewis Hamilton did not have the best of outings during the inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix, Usain Bolt, ahead of the race, admitted that he’s a fan of the Brit. While talking about the same, he told Sky Sports;

For me, I'm always a Lewis fan 'cause I know Lewis Hamilton.
Lewis Hamilton (Credits: racingnews365)
Lewis Hamilton (Credits: racingnews365)

Bolt, with his comments, has made it quite clear as to how much he respects the former 7-time F1 world champion. There is a saying that goes Game recognizes game, and this perfectly fits the bill regarding the bond that Usain Bolt and Lewis Hamilton share.

With the Las Vegas GP out of the way, the 2023 carnival has only one race remaining on the calendar, and that is the famous Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Considering how much Usain Bolt was involved in the Las Vegas event, it would not be a huge surprise if he’s seen in the F1 paddock in Abu Dhabi.

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