HAMILTON LAUNCHES OWN CLOTHING RANGE

Lewis Hamilton will swap the pitlane for the catwalk as he hosts his own fashion show for his new clothing range, the Sun reports.

The F1 world champion has teamed up with American fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger to create his own line called TommyXLewis.

It is the Brit’s first attempt at producing clothes as he plans for a career outside of Formula One as a fashion designer.

The 33- year- old currently leads the F1 world championship by 30 points over Sebastian Vettel thanks to his win in Italy in front of a baying mob of Ferrari fans.

And while Hamilton was able to cope with the abuse and booing in in Monza, he admits he’s is nervous about how his latest work is received by the fashion gurus.

He said: “You’re always judged fashionwise, particularly when you’re at fashion shows, when you go to events or galas.

“Even when you’re seen in the street you’re judged when you’re in the fashion space. That’s nothing new.

“But this is different because I’m so heavily involved in the whole design process. I really designed this collection.

“I chose every fabric, every finish, all the tiny details that I’ve been working on. This is my first time designing.

“Naturally I’ve had the right guidance, I’ve suggested some things and maybe do it this way. But I’m really excited.

“So far the reaction’s been really good on social media, people like Will Smith and Justin Bieber, a real positive reception so far.”