Damson Idris compares Lewis Hamilton to Michael Jordan
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:26 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Actor Damson Idris compared Lewis Hamilton to basketball legend Michael Jordan during his appearance on the F1 Beyond The Grid podcast. Idris, who starred in F1 The Movie alongside Brad Pitt, highlighted the mentality Hamilton shares with Jordan after spending two years in the Formula 1 environment. The actor has developed a close relationship with Hamilton, who served as an executive producer for the film. This comparison underscores Hamilton's influence in motorsport as he continues his career in F1.
- •Damson Idris starred in F1 The Movie alongside Brad Pitt.
- •Idris appreciates Hamilton's mentality similar to Michael Jordan.
- •Hamilton has held a significant role as an executive producer for the film.
- •The actor built a close relationship with Hamilton over two years.
- 11:26 PMMotorsport.com — Lewis Hamilton has Michael Jordan mentality, says "F1" movie star Damson Idris
"British actor Damson Idris has likened seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton to basketball icon Michael Jordan. Idris, who starred as rookie driver Joshua Pearce alongside Brad Pitt in F1 The Movie, recently appeared on the F1 Beyond The Grid podcast. Having spent two years immersed in the grand prix paddock, the actor forged a close relationship with Hamilton, who served as an executive ...Keep reading
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