CNN Sports | Lewis Hamilton opens up on struggling ‘mentally and emotionally for a long time’

(CNN) – Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton said he has “struggled mentally and emotionally for a long time” in a candid social media post on Thursday.

Writing in an Instagram Story, the seven-time F1 champion said he has endured “a tough year already with everything that is happening around us” and that it is “hard some days to stay positive.”

However, he also offered support and reassurance to his followers.

“I’m writing to tell you it’s ok to feel the way you do, just know that you are not alone and that we are gonna get through this!” Hamilton added.  –read more–