Hamilton, who is a vocal supporter of diversity in sports, LBGTQ rights, and other causes, said he hoped Schumacher’s decision will lead to more people coming forward.

“I think clearly he’s not felt comfortable being able to say it in the past, and it’s definitely not a new thing,” Hamilton said before the Hungarian Grand Prix. “But I think it just shows that we are in a time that finally you can take that step and don’t have to fear.

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“Even him taking that step sends such a positive message and liberates others to be able to do the same, and we need more and more people to do that,” the Mercedes driver said.

Other drivers also supported Schumacher, including veteran Fernando Alonso, who raced with the German. “Congratulations to him,” said Alonso. “Total support from my side and I’m sure all the F1 community.” 

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