Pursuits

Hamilton Dedicates F1 Pole Position to Chadwick Boseman

After clinching the record-extending 93rd pole position of his distinguished career, Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton stood proudly on top of his all-black Mercedes and crossed his arms in memory of a hero of his own.

Lewis Hamilton gestures as he poses after securing his 93rd pole position.

Photographer: Francois Lenoir/AFP via Getty Images

Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium (AP) -- After clinching the record-extending 93rd pole position of his distinguished career, Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton stood proudly on top of his all-black Mercedes and crossed his arms in memory of a hero of his own.

The British driver dedicated his latest exceptional drive at the Belgian Grand Prix to American actor Chadwick Boseman, who died of cancer on Friday at the age of 43.