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      Meet Lewis Hamilton’s best friend Miles Chamley-Watson, who partied at Coachella with the F1 Ace and is an Olympic hero

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      EVERY man needs a wingman.For Lewis Hamilton, that guy is fencing star Miles Chamley-Watson.
      Best friends Lewis Hamilton Miles Chamley-Watson cut fine figures at the Met GalaCredit: Getty
      Hamilton and Chamley-Watson were recently spotted at the Coachella festivalCredit: Instagram
      The 33-year-old was born in London, but competed in the Olympics for the USA, where he has mostly lived.
      Recently, the racing driver and his best buddy, a 2016 Olympic bronze medallist, were spotted in the dessert enjoying the festivities of the Coachella music festival.
      A trendy pair, they are also regulars at the Met Gala in New York, where they rub shoulders with other celebrities and fashionistas from around the globe.
      But while we know so much about Hamilton, Chamley-Watson remains somewhat more of a mystery.
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      SunSport looks into the seven-time F1 champion’s friendship with the renowned fencer, as well as tell you a little bit about who he is.
      Sporting prowess
      Chamley-Watson has scored plenty of success in the world of fencing.
      Born in London, he moved to the US when he was eight and took up the sport he would later make his name in at the Knox School just a year later.
      It shaped his formative years, earning him a scholarship to Pennsylvania State University.
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      By the time of his senior year in 2011, Miles would earn himself top spot on the United States’ Olympic Fencing team as a foil fencer.
      He competed in the 2012 Games, but was defeated in the second round by Egyptian Alaaeldin Abouelkassem, who would go on to win a silver medal in the individual event.
      A year later, Chamley-Watson won the World Championship – becoming the first American to achieve such a feat.
      Four years later in Rio de Janeiro, Chamley-Watson would walk away with a bronze medal in the team event for the USA.
      Chamley-Watson celebrates at Rio 2016Credit: AFP
      The fencing star won bronze at the 2016 GamesCredit: Getty
      Sponsors for Chamley-Watson include Mumm’s Champagne
      Blessed with good looks, and standing at a mountainous 6ft4in, he has also become the poster boy for his sport – earning sponsorships with Nike, modelling for Coach, Richard Mille watches, and Mumm’s champagne.
      His aim was to bring fencing to the mainstream – inspiring kids who were once like him, restless, bullied and misunderstood.
      Back in 2021, he told Robb Report: “I want to show kids what they can do.
      “I’m even working on new outfits and a scoring system with flashing lights to get fencing on primetime TV.”
      Birthday beats
      Hamilton and Chamley-Watson’s paths crossed at the Met Gala in 2016 and immediately hit it off.
      They have been regulars together ever since, cutting fine figures on the red carpet of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute.
      The two have been seen jogging on the beach together at Byron Bay, before last month’s Australian Grand Prix.
      They are also happy to share a cryotherapy chamber treatment in unison, where participants can be exposed to temperatures as low as -200°C.
      Back in January, Miles spelled out his love for Hamilton in a gushing birthday message.
      Sharing a suited and booted picture from their 2021 Met Gala appearance, he wrote: “My brother. Happy Birthday. This is gonna be an incredible year for you I know it. Love man’s to the moon and back. Everyone go wish my bestie the best of birthdays! Man’s is also aging backwards.”
      Last week, Justin Bieber was allowed to join in on their bromance in Indio valley, as they partied at Coachella.
      Hamilton and Chamley-Watson are often joined at the hip
      Ahead of the Australian Grand Prix, Hamilton and Chamley-Watson jogged together at Byron BayCredit: Instagram / @fencer
      Chamley-Watson has been seen in the paddock at F1 races cheering his pal on
      He’s a catch
      Despite appearing to live the free and single life, the US tabloids have linked Chamley-Watson with American actress Madelaine Petsch in the past.
      The beautiful redhead, 28, is best known for starring in teen drama Riverdale as Cheryl Blossom.
      They were spotted together in Los Angeles in 2021, but kept their romance private.
      They do not share photos on social media together – adding to the mystery of their relationship furthermore – but they still follow one another on Instagram.
      It is unknown if they continue to date one another today.
      Madelaine Petsch and Chamley-Watson were once linked to one another
      Stunning Petsch stars in US teen drama Riverdale
      Not giving up on his dream
      For now, Chamley-Watson is focused on fencing, appearing at the 2024 Olympics and helping kids from all backgrounds compete in fencing.
      He told fashion website Highsnobiety: “I have an Olympic gold to win and 2024 is around the corner.
      “For my sport, I think most of my foundation, which is going to promote fencing. We’re gonna take care of four to eight kids a year and pay for their training.
      “Also, we’re gonna put on a couple competitions live next, actually, this year as well as next season on Facebook, NBC and Redbull TV.
      “So, think big. Fencing is never gonna be the same after I’m done with it. Exposure-wise, my goal is to get a million kids fencing. Also, just like bringing an audience to fencing.
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      “I don’t want the same kids fencing, I want to mix where kids come from.
      “Rough backgrounds with kids who have privilege. I think that’s the way people grow and connect.”
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      I’m a former F1 racer whose career ended after just one lap – it was nice to be a driver for the weekend

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      ANDRE LOTTERER’S Formula One career lasted just one lap when his dream debut swiftly ended in a nightmare.The German was called up out of the blue in 2014 when Caterham decided to replace Kamui Kobayashi at the Belgian Grand Prix.
      Andre Lotterer’s F1 cameo lasted just a lapCredit: Getty
      He replaced Kamui Kobayashi in the CaterhamCredit: AP:Associated Press
      Lotterer thought his F1 career was never going to take off after becoming a test and reserve driver for Jaguar.
      But after winning three of the previous four Le Mans 24-hour titles, he was thrust onto the starting gird.
      Lotterer became the oldest F1 debutant in over 20 years, aged 32-years-old.
      However, his cameo did not go to plan despite finishing above team-mate Marcus Ericsson in qualifying.
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      Lotterer was forced to retire from the race, having completed only one lap due to a technical fault.
      He told the Daily Star: “I was happy. I did a good qualifying, was in front of my team-mate without testing anything, so it was good.
      “A fuse popped over the curb, so I only managed to last 1.9 laps. It was (frustrating), but it is like that sometimes.
      “I knew it was just going to be a one-off. They actually asked me to race in Monza the race after, then Abu Dhabi for the final, but I didn’t do it.
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      “With my age and because I was racing with Audi at the time, being on the top of my game in endurance, it might sound weird, but I was not interested.
      “I knew there was no shot for me to go into a good team and I had no interest in being in a back-marker team just to be in F1.
      “It was nice to be an F1 driver for a weekend, but I was already established in endurance and knew I would not be able to be an F1 driver.”
      Lotterer has now moved to Formula E and he drives for Andretti. More

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      Dramatic moment Emiliano Martinez’s rally driver brother is forced to abandon car after it goes up in flames

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      EMILIANO MARTINEZ’S rally driver brother had to abandon his car after it dramatically went up in flames. Alejandro Martinez was taking part in a motor race in their homeland Argentina.
      Emiliano Martinez’s brother’s car went up in flames
      The driver was leading the race in Argentina
      He showed quick thinking to get out of the burning vehicle
      But he suffered a dramatic incident halfway through the 12-lap race in La Plata, 35 miles south of Buenos Aires.
      The Aston Villa goalkeeper’s sibling was winning when he collided his tyre with another car as they raced around a bend.
      And very soon after, Martinez slowed down and stopped the car to the side of the track.
      A TV commentator said: “There’s a bit of smoke coming out of the tyre I think more than anything, the left tyre.
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      “We’ll have to see if something’s rubbing the tyre or if it’s coming from the engine.”
      But then, incredibly, flames suddenly appeared from the bottom of the vehicle and quickly engulfed the car.
      The commentator added: “Fire, fire, Martinez’s car is alight,” as the driver reacted rapidly to unbuckle his seatbelt and jump out of the burning motor to safety.
      Martinez was then spotted angrily throwing his gloves to the ground, seemingly furious at exiting the race.
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      The driver posted video footage from inside his car, showing the moment flames travelled up the bonnet and covered his windscreen as he came to a stop.
      He wrote on Instagram: “A beautiful weekend but one to forget.
      “We were in the lead and in a minor race collision I ran out of engine and it broke.
      “Luckily we came out of it unharmed. Another one to learn from. I thank my family for their unconditional support.”
      Martinez is racing this year in a competition called the Bora Cup, driving a Volkswagen with the same number 23 his younger brother wears for the World Cup-winning Argentine national team.
      Both siblings are mad about cars and motor racing.
      They went to watch the 2018 World Cup in Russia together as fans.
      Emiliano only made his international debut in 2021 and went on to play a crucial role in Lionel Scaloni’s team winning the Copa America that year.
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      Revealing how he predicted in a conversation with his older brother he would play in the 2022 World Cup, he said in a press conference ahead of the final: “During the 2014 World Cup final I was cooking a barbecue for my family.
      “In 2018 in Russia I was in the stands with my brother and I told him that in the next one, I would be there.” More

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      Brad Pitt set to race F1 star Lewis Hamilton in British Grand Prix as he films latest blockbuster

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      HOLLYWOOD superstar Brad Pitt is set to live life in the fast lane by driving in the British Grand Prix.The actor, 59, has got special permission to complete the first parade lap at Silverstone against the likes of F1 ace Lewis Hamilton as he films his latest blockbuster.
      Brad Pitt is to race Lewis Hamilton in the first parade lap at the British Grand Prix as he films for his new movie
      Pitt is playing a veteran F1 driver who comes out of retirement to mentor a younger hotshot in the film, which Hamilton will executive produceCredit: Getty
      The risky move, which places billions of pounds of cars on the line, was pushed by bosses to ensure footage is as realistic as possible in the as-yet-untitled movie.
      Seven-times world champ Lewis, 38, is executive producing.
      A movie insider says: “Watching Brad Pitt leading the field in the British Grand Prix will be an incredible and surreal moment for TV viewers and fans at Silverstone this July.”
      Brad plays a veteran F1 driver who comes out of retirement to mentor a younger hotshot.
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      The film is being made by Dawn Apollo Films, Lewis’s new production company.
      He will help with casting and says: “It’s a cool project . . . [and] spending good time with Brad is pretty epic.”
      The movie is set for release next year.
      Pitt has got special permission to complete the first parade at SilverstoneCredit: Getty
      Movie bosses want to ensure footage in the F1 movie is as realistic as possibleCredit: Splash More

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      F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2023: Stream, TV channel, UK start time and full schedule ahead of HUGE race in Baku

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      FORMULA ONE returns to our screens this weekend as Red Bull look to continue their dominance this season. Red Bull have won the first three Grand Prixs of 2023, with reigning champion Max Verstappen winning two of them.
      Christian Horner will be hoping Red Bull can continue their dominant startCredit: Alamy
      Lewis Hamilton finished in second place at the Australian Grand PrixCredit: Splash
      After a poor start to the year for Mercedes, Lewis Hamilton picked up an impressive result at the Australian Grand Prix earlier this month – finishing in second place just behind Verstappen.
      Fernando Alonso has finished in a podium spot in every Grand Prix this year, so he’ll be looking to get a memorable win for Aston Martin this time out.
      A sprint race will be featured for the first race weekend this season.
      When is the Azerbaijan Grand Prix?

      The Azerbaijan Grand Prix race will take place on Sunday, April 30 at the Baku City Circuit.
      The race will get underway at 12pm BST.

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      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      The Azerbaijan Grand Prix will be shown on Sky Sports F1.
      You can also live stream all of the action from the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      The race will also be streamed on F1 TV depending on your location – if your area is not eligible, download a VPN, connect to a server location showing F1 TV and head to the F1 site.
      Highlights from every Grand Prix this year will be aired on Channel 4.

      F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix FULL SCHEDULE
      Friday, April 28

      First Practice Session – 10:30am BST
      Qualifying Session – 2pm BST

      Saturday, April 29
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      Sunday, April 30

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      Lewis Hamilton blasted as a ‘spoiled little boy’ and a ‘whiner’ in vicious unprovoked attack by ex-F1 team manager

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has been slammed as a “whiner” and “spoiled little boy” by a former McLaren and Ferrari employee in a shock and unprovoked attack. The seven-time Formula One world champion has made a disappointing start to the campaign and has been vocal about his car’s lack of pace.
      Lewis Hamilton has been called a ‘whiner’ in a shock attackCredit: Rex
      Joan Villadelprat has blasted the Brit in an unprovoked blastCredit: Getty
      Hamilton called for “accountability” from Mercedes after they ignored his advice on what was needed for his motor last year.
      The team’s chief Toto Wolff then even admitted after those remarks that they were going to scrap their current ‘zeropod’ design.
      However, ex-F1 team manager Joan Villadelprat has now blasted Hamilton for being too outspoken in a scathing attack.
      He told El Confidencial: “Hamilton is fed up and, if he doesn’t win, he’s like a spoiled little boy: you either win or you break the toys.
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      “He’s a whiner, you know. The tyres, the strategy, he questions everything, and he has screwed up. When you have a [teammate] who is faster than you, it is normal to be quiet and put your head under your wing.
      “I think he hasn’t lost but, after seven titles… What motivates you? Well, win another. And you’re not going to risk your skin if you don’t have that car.
      “What is evident is that Hamilton is not the same as his first or second championship.”
      Hamilton ended up finishing behind team-mate George Russell in the Drivers’ Championship last season.
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      That is only the third time the legend has been behind a colleague in the final standings.
      However, the 38-year-old is currently ahead of his fellow Englishman after the first three races this term.
      Hamilton is still waiting to secure his first F1 win since the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. More

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      Tragedy as rally driver David López Tomico is killed in horror crash while racing in Spain

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      THE death of a rally driver in a horror crash while racing has left his team “in mourning”.David López Tomico was killed in the fatal crash during the Rallysprint San Bartolomé de Pinares in Ávila, Spain, on Saturday.
      David López Tomico was killed in a horror crash during a rally race in SpainCredit: VALLEJO RACING
      He was negotiating the course’s first downhill section when his Fiat Abarth Grande Punto careered off the path and rolled down a steep ravine.
      Fire crews were unable to save him and he died of his injuries.
      His co-driver, Natalia Rios Diaz, was trapped inside the car but was successfully recovered from the wreckage and rushed to hospital.
      Race officials cancelled the rest of the day’s proceedings.
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      Tomico’s team, Vallejo Racing, paid tribute to him in a touching statement.
      They wrote: “Again, this sport hits us where it hurts the most.
      “Vallejo Racing is in mourning because we lose one of our own: David López Tomico, a passionate lover of motorsport, a leader in his work and an example of perseverance and love for his own.
      “He joined the team in 2022 and his spirit and strength were fundamental for the Dakar 2023 project to bear fruit.
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      “Today we not only lose a mechanic or a team member, but we leave a friend of the real ones. David, your strength will always be with us.”
      It comes after four-time British motorcycling champion Keith Farmer died aged just 35 following an injury-enforced retirement.
      An inquest into Farmer’s death recorded a verdict of suicide after the court heard of his struggles with his exit from the sport and the breakdown of his relationship.
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      EVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicide.
      It doesn’t discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society – from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers.
      It’s the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes.
      And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women.
      Yet it’s rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now.
      That is why The Sun launched the You’re Not Alone campaign.
      The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives.
      Let’s all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others… You’re Not Alone.
      If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support:

      CALM, www.thecalmzone.net, 0800 585 858
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      Lewis Hamilton should QUIT Mercedes and join rival team for ‘match made in heaven’, says F1 legend

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      EX Formula One team boss Eddie Jordan has said that Lewis Hamilton moving to Ferrari would be his ‘dream’ and a ‘match made in heaven.’ Hamilton, 38, has been linked with a move to the Scuderia in the past but a move away from Mercedes has never materialised.
      Hamilton is out of contract at Mercedes at the end of the current seasonCredit: Rex
      Eddie Jordan feels Hamilton should join FerrariCredit: Getty
      The seven time world champion is out of contract with the Brackley based outfit at the end of the season and has yet to put pen to paper on a new deal with the Silver Arrows continuing to struggle.
      The Mercedes driver is still searching for a first win since the Brazilian Grand Prix in 2021 and former F1 team boss Jordan feels Hamilton should join the scarlet red outfit.
      Speaking to The Express at Luxury London Afloat he said: “There’s only one place he could go to in my opinion and that is Ferrari. A guy with the talent that he is, and I think it might be a [match made] in heaven.
      “I think Ferrari need shaking up and I think Lewis Hamilton needs shaking up, if they are going to continue.”
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      Jordan feels that if Hamilton is going to continue in the sport then he needs a change.
      He said: “If Lewis is going to continue then I think he needs a change. For his mindset, for his drive, for an initiative, for fun. Learning Italian, dealing and eating pasta with those guys, it’s a different world. And having run a team we always saw how different Ferrari operates and I would love to see Lewis in that environment.”
      And with Ferrari still searching for a first championship since 2007 Jordan feels the Brit is the man to shake the team up.
      He added: “I think he could really shake them up. I think he could bring a new sense of direction to them, I think he would eradicate a lot of the little problems Ferrari have had.
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      “So therefore, I would just like to see before he fully retires, I would like to see Lewis there for a year or two to see what would happen. Just think of the column inches. It’s an amazing story. It’s unlikely to happen but it’s my dream.”
      Hamilton himself has previously stated that it would be ‘crazy’ if he didn’t get a chance to drive for Formula One’s most historic team, whilst also saying that getting behind the wheel of a Ferrari would be a ‘dream position’ for anyone.
      Formula One returns to action next weekend after a four week break with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku, with Hamilton hoping his Mercedes car will be more competitive. More