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Daniel Moxon

Lewis Hamilton changed his name to honour mum who "taught him empathy and warmth"

Lewis Hamilton joined the other British Formula 1 stars in sending a special message to home on Mother's Day ahead of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

Hamilton's parents Anthony and Carmen Larbalestier divorced when he was young but she has still been an important influence on him. On Sunday, the Mercedes racer paid tribute to both the mother figures he feels grateful to have had in life.

He said: "I have two mums. My biological mum. She's the one that taught me about empathy and warmth and compassion for others in the world. And I was lucky enough to have a second mother, my stepmum Linda. I'm just so grateful that I had them both with me all the way."

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