Lewis Hamilton opens up about living with ADHD
Lewis Hamilton has candidly shared his experience of living with ADHD, detailing how the condition affects his daily life at home, reports BritPanorama.
The seven-time world champion revealed this in a video released on F1’s official YouTube channel, where all 22 drivers offered surprising personal insights ahead of the season opener in Melbourne.
The British racing star explained that he feels compelled to rearrange objects in his house before being able to relax, a behaviour that often leads to frustration. Hamilton noted how items being out of place initiates a strong urge to correct their positioning.
“I’m ADHD. When I walk into a room in my house, I’m really moving all the books into a perfect position,” he said. “And it really frustrates the life out of me when I see something off, like my lamp is tilted to the left.”
Hamilton elaborated on the compulsive nature of his actions. “I walk into my house and I go around the whole house before I even sit down, rearranging everything,” he recounted. “Then an hour’s gone by and I’m like: ‘Damn it, I didn’t even realise!'”
His descriptions mirror some characteristics of obsessive-compulsive disorder, where uncontrollable recurring thoughts and repetitive actions become significant challenges. Hamilton has previously mentioned that his experience in the kitchen often presents similar struggles, labelling it a “disaster” due to the need to clean every utensil and surface before sitting down to eat his meal.
Hamilton is not alone among prominent figures in discussing mental health issues; David Beckham has also publicly spoken about his own struggles with OCD.
As Hamilton prepares for the Australian Grand Prix this weekend, he aims to bounce back after a challenging 2025 season where he failed to secure a single race victory. The British driver holds the record for all-time Formula One race wins, with 105 victories to his name. His focus will be on not just improving his performance but also managing the challenges presented by his ADHD as the season unfolds.
This narrative serves as a reminder of the complexities athletes face off the track, and how personal battles intertwine with their professional journeys.
