2007 highlight: World title
runner-up in rookie season

The most successful debutant in Formula One history, he went from virtual unknown to international star in just a few months.

Hamilton made the podium 12 times, including four Grand Prix victories, in his rookie season at the top level.

Having led the championship since mid-May, Hamilton just missed out on the title in the final race and lost out by a point to Kimi Raikkonen.