In the spotlight: Lewis Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton celebrates his 100th Grand Prix at Hockenheim this weekend, and what a crazy 100 races they have been. Since entering the sport in 2007, not only does Lewis Hamilton have 18 race wins and 21 pole positions, he also has added 2008 World Drivers Champion to his name.


Not a bad show he puts on for us aye?

Already, this season has been a whirlwind for the McLaren driver, and we're only half way through. With grabbing pole position at the first two races of the season and winning the Canadian Grand Prix, which is where Lewis Hamilton clinched his first ever victory in Formula 1, he is definitely a force to be reckoned with on the grid. Hamilton sits comfortably in 4th spot in the drivers championship only 37 points off the lead, and it's fair to say he's waiting for the perfect opportunity to pounce on his prey.


So what makes Lewis Hamilton stand out above the rest?


I took to the wonderful world of twitter, using the hashtag #Lewis100 to see why YOU support him and have been so passionate about his driving over the 5 and a half seasons Lewis Hamilton has been in Formula 1.


@TommyB89 tweets: "His bin or win attitude to racing"


@Craig_O_ tweeted in: "His speed, the way he used to drift the car in 2007 and 2008. Some amazing overtakes."


@PeachyF1 tweets: " He's just awesome. Very quick, very passionate and so exciting to watch."


@JackLeslieF1 said: "Lewis is a great representation of Britain, his story of getting to the top is amazing and his driving is very exciting"


@HannieParker tweets: "He is simply amazing! The Ayrton Senna of today. He never gives up"


So what makes Lewis Hamilton stand out for me?


I've watched the sport my entire life, but didn't start making it apart of my lifestyle until the start of the 2007 season, when Lewis Hamilton came into the sport. I was in awe of his talent and what he achieved in his rookie season. I, along with everyone else is still in awe of what he has achieved in his career. 


Lewis Hamilton is a world champion, with many more titles to add to his name. Here's to your 100th Grand Prix, and we will all be looking forward to the next 100 races.