Lewis Hamilton would receive the Equestrian Medal from Queen Elizabeth II

Lewis Hamilton, a seven-time Formula 1 world champion, will be awarded the Equestrian Medal from Queen Elizabeth II on January 1, 2021, according to British media. According to the media, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson tried to obtain it.

• Lewis Hamilton will start 2021 by claiming the Nobility title from Queen Elizabeth II
• However, there are opponents of this decision – in their opinion, the British do not deserve such distinction, since he does not pay tax in the UK
• He will be the fourth Formula 1 driver with a secular title

Lewis HamiltonAccording to the applicants, thanks to his sports results, he has great advantages on the international stage, as he promotes Great Britain.

Opponents of the granting of the driver’s right claim that it does not deserve such distinction, because the driver has been living permanently not in Great Britain, but in Monaco for several years. In order to, inter alia, avoid paying high taxes.