Hamilton with its own team in Extreme E: 'Use to solve big problems'

New function for Hamilton

It is the very first time Hamilton will appear as the owner at the start of a race. Hamilton does not yet have a contract in Formula 1 before 2021, but it is expected that the Briton will extend his contract with Mercedes. In addition to racing for Mercedes, Hamilton will now also appear as owner in the Extreme E.

''Extreme E is an exciting new sustainability initiative, and this is a great opportunity to be involved from the outset as a team founder. Of course, my ambitions and commitments with Mercedes in Formula One mean that I won’t be operationally involved in X44, but I’m excited to play a different role in this new series, one that brings my vision for a more sustainable and equal world to life'', Hamilton says in the statement.

Hamilton focuses on equality

''Extreme E really appealed to me because of its environmental focus. Every single one of us has the power to make a difference, and it means so much to me that I can use my love of racing, together with my love for our planet, to have a positive impact''.

''As Founder of X44, I am looking forward to building my team around important values such as sustainability and equality. None of us are perfect and we all have improvements to make, but I am excited to use our platform to highlight the most serious issues facing our planet and the solutions we can all be part of,'' concludes the Mercedes driver.