Mercedes Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton says his drive for social justice, and campaigning for diversity, has given his life a real purpose while also helping prolong his record-breaking career at the highest level of the sport. The 36-year-old Briton, winner of a record 100 grands prix, is chasing an unprecedented eighth world championship in a tight battle with Red Bull's 24-year-old star Max Verstappen, who is 12 points clear with five races remaining. Hamilton told Sky Sports television that his campaign, and use of his platform to push the conversation, had given him fresh energy and made him mentally stronger than ever: 'This year I've not been drawing on past experiences, I've been...
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