“Yes! Go where you are respected” – F1 twitter overwhelmed by Lewis Hamilton officially being announced as Brazilian citizen

Lewis Hamilton has been officially granted the honorary citizenship of Brazil and the fans can’t contain their happiness.

The Chamber of Deputies has officially granted Lewis Hamilton the honorary citizenship of Brazil. This comes after a bill had come up to the Chamber of Deputies demanding the same after Hamilton’s emotional post-race celebration at the 2021 Brazil GP.

Hamilton claimed victory at the 2021 Sao Paulo GP despite a 25 place grid penalty. After claiming the victory, the seven-time world champion flourished the Brazilian flag across the track and carried it on his shoulder.

His heartwarming gesture touched the hearts of many fans as he emulated his idol – Ayrton Senna. It had a visible impact on the citizens of Brazil.

Now after a long time of waiting, the Chamber of Deputies has officially granted the Briton honorary citizenship of Brazil.

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Brazilian fans welcome Sir Lewis Hamilton

The fans are overwhelmed by the news and have flocked over to Twitter to show their love and support for the seven-time world champion.

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