Lewis Hamilton's Gaza Instagram posts draw scrutiny after visit to Egypt's Rafah Crossing border

Ferrari Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton is not one to shy away from politics, but his recent Instagram posts have raised some eyebrows. According to Reuters, the seven-time world champion visited El Arish, Egypt, where he was briefed on humanitarian efforts in Gaza.

He also took some time to visit the Rafah Crossing, which is the gateway between Egypt and Gaza. There, Hamilton took some photos, which were accompanied by a caption in which he condemned Israel's 'genocide' in Gaza.

Border observations

Many were quick to point out that the walls Hamilton was looking at were on the Egyptian border with Gaza. He talked about seeing lines of vehicles at the crossing there to deliver aid, and then once again took another direct swipe at Israel.

Team response

OutKick has reached out to both Scuderia Ferrari and the team's title sponsor, HP, for comment on Hamilton's posts, but has yet to hear back. Hamilton is in his second season with Ferrari.

Hamilton is not afraid to discuss off-track issues, and he even brought them on track at times. At certain races with Mercedes between 2021 and 2024, including in the Middle East in nations like Qatar and Saudi Arabia, he wore a pro-LGBTQ helmet.

Formula 1 is off this week following the Brazilian Grand Prix, but will be back in action next week when the series heads to Las Vegas.