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Hamilton in line for knighthood as PM bends rules
Arise Sir Lewis! Seven-time F1 world champion is to be awarded a long-awaited knighthood in Queen Elizabeth's upcoming New Years Honours list. According to a report from the Daily Mail, British prime minister Boris Johnson has personally ensured Hamilton's accolade despite concerns over the 35-year-old's tax status. As a resident of Monte-Carlo, Hamilton was seen as ineligible for a knighthood, with the prospect of the honour conferred to the F1 star sparking controversy in the UK. However, PM Johnson has reportedly circumvented procedures by placing Hamilton on the 'Diplomatic and Overseas List', an accommodation enjoyed by no other British sporting figure in the past. Hamilton, who was...
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