British actor Damson Idris has compared seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton to basketball legend Michael Jordan for his intense focus and dedication to his craft.
Idris, who played a rookie driver in the 2025 film F1 The Movie alongside Brad Pitt, shared his observations during an appearance on the F1 Beyond The Grid podcast. He noted that Hamilton maintains a mindset centered on personal competition rather than external rivals.
The actor described Hamilton's approach as similar to that of athletes and performers like Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Daniel Day-Lewis, emphasizing full commitment to excellence. Idris also mentioned texting Hamilton after a win in Barcelona and recalled their first meeting at The Fashion Awards.
Idris added that he learned the seriousness of Hamilton's preparation after seeing him focused with headphones on before a race in Budapest. The comments highlight the driver's ongoing drive despite his long career in the sport.
