Nicolas Hamilton will return to the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) in 2025, as part of a three-car lineup alongside Dexter Patterson and Max Hall for for Un-Limited Motorsport. 

Brother of seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton, Nicolas, who has Cerebral Palsy, is the only driver in the series’ history to compete with a disability. Returning to the BTCC after 20 months away, Hamilton’s last outing saw him secure an impressive sixth-place finish at Donington Park in Race 2 of Round 1 of the 2023 season.  

The driver returns, with the aim of raising awareness of disability inclusion in motorsport, advocating for greater opportunities for disabled individuals within the sport. He aims to show that disability should not be a barrier but rather a source of strength and pride. 

“There is a place in motorsport for disabled people to feel valued and accepted in multiple roles within the sport, and I want to open people’s eyes to that,” said Hamilton. “I want to continue to prove that motorsport is for everyone and that racing can be a platform for opportunity and inclusivity. Un-Limited Motorsport and my partners believe in what I stand for, my talent, and my purpose. If I can be accepted, then so can others with a disability.” 

Motorsport UK continues with its support and promotion of motorsport opportunities for all, with the return of its StreetCar Disabled Driver Scholarship for 2025, which will be held on three dates at three locations across the UK.  

The most promising drivers will be offered an opportunity to win a fully funded season of AutoSOLOs and access to an adapted car at either Maidstone and Mid Kent Car Club, the Sporting Car Club of Norfolk or Loughborough Car Club. 

The vehicles feature flexible adaptations, including hand operated accelerator and brakes, a choice of accelerator positions, additional upper back support and a choice of steering wheels to enable participants to enjoy the thrill of car control within a regulated environment. 

Drivers looking to take part can  sign up here.