Tiger Woods Hails New Formula One Sensation Lewis Hamilton As ‘Terrific Role Model’
By David Facey
Jun 14, 2007
Hamilton’s amazing start to his big-time career — six podium finishes in his first six races for McLaren — is making the entire sporting world sit up and take notice.
His incredible impact, including last Sunday’s first victory in Canada, has already earned him comparisons with Woods.
The American has almost single-handedly sent golf’s popularity soaring since he turned professional a decade ago.
As golf’s first black superstar, millions of youngsters from minority groups regard Woods as an inspiration — and he feels that Hamilton will swiftly have the same appeal.
Woods told me: “I’ve been following his progress pretty closely and I think it is great he won the Canadian Grand Prix after going close in all his previous races.
“Without a doubt, he is one of the most exciting talents to hit the sporting scene in recent years.
“Any time a rookie comes through and wins big, it is a story that captures the imagination.
