Lewis Hamilton, widely regarded as one of the most accomplished Formula 1 drivers, has not only made a mark on the racing circuit but also has actively pursued diverse business ventures. Beyond his role as a legendary F1 driver, the British icon has been involved into various entrepreneurial pursuits.
Recently, there have been reports suggesting that Hamilton has acquired the ownership of the Denver Broncos, an America football franchise located in Denver.
Does F1 icon Lewis Hamilton own the Broncos?
In 2022, the seven-time World Champion made a significant entry into sports ownership by joining the Walton Penner Family Ownership Group for his inaugural season as part owner of Denver Broncos.
The Group, currently in the final stages of acquiring the NFL’s Denver Broncos, officially announced Hamilton’s inclusion in the incoming ownership team. As of the latest developments, the NFL’s finance committee has recommended approval of the Broncos’ sale, with a final decision slated for the league’s owners’ meeting on August 9 in Minneapolis. The deal, valued at a record-setting $4.65 billion, will be formalized if at least 24 teams vote in favour.
Owner @LewisHamilton rocking the throwback at #DENvsLAC 🔥 pic.twitter.com/kZK8GCCdFi
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) December 10, 2023
The 37-year-old driver holds the 17th spot on the Forbes’ list of the highest earning athletes in 2022, boasting earnings of $65 million. With 103 F1 victories and 188 podium finishes in his illustrious 16-year career, Hamilton is one of the most decorated drivers in the history open wheel racing’s top division.
Notably, Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson expressed a warm welcome to Lewis Hamilton via Twitter.
Exploring Lewis Hamilton’s investment portfolio
Outside the fast-paced world of Formula One, Lewis Hamilton has created a diverse portfolio of business ventures. This includes a collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger for a clothing line, ownership in the NFL’s Denver Broncos, a vegan restaurant chain named Neat Burger, an extreme E racing team, and the establishment of his own production company.
Adding to his list of assets, Hamilton recently introduced a new product named “Almave,” a non-alcoholic spirit crafted to emulate the flavour profile of tequila.
Lewis Hamilton is launching Almave — the world's first non-alcoholic spirit made from blue agave.
— Joe Pompliano (@JoePompliano) October 25, 2023
The drink will be made similar to tequila, but skip the fermentation process where the liquid becomes alcohol.
Hamilton's investments include:
• TMRW Sports
• Neat Burger
• Zapp… pic.twitter.com/tA7GgUjZwC
This latest venture underscores Hamilton’s ongoing commitment to projects that reflect not only his diverse interests but also his lifestyle choices beyond the racetrack.
Regarding his recent tequila launch, he said, “I’ve always loved tequila for its taste, but there are times when I don’t want the alcohol part of the deal and I know that there is a growing group of people who want the same,”
“It’s what led me to team up with Iván and Casa Lumbre because I knew if anyone could make the drink I was after, it would be them.”
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