Brother of F1 star set to become first disabled driver in BTCC

Younger brother of World Champion, Lewis Hamilton is set to become the first disabled driver at the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC)

Nicolas Hamilton suffers from cerebral palsy but will  make his debut this June making history as the first disabled racer to enter the series.

The 22-year-old will take part in five of the 10 rounds at Croft, Snetterton, Rockingham, Silverstone and the final meeting of the championship at Brands Hatch.

"I am incredibly excited to be racing in BTCC with AmD Tuning this year," Hamilton, who raced in the Renault Clio Cup in 2011 and 2012, said.

"BTCC is the top national motorsport series here in the UK and having the opportunity to race at that level is the biggest challenge I've taken on in my career to date.

"I'm coming into the Championship with a lot to learn and my expectations are to develop as a driver as my programme across the season progresses.

"Whilst I'm aiming to improve as a driver, I'm also hoping to inspire others to strive for their own personal goals, whatever their situation in life.

"Anyone can 'exceed expectations' in one way or another and I hope to prove that when I race alongside, not just able-bodied drivers, but the best Touring Car drivers in the UK.

Nicolas Hamilton is often seen watching his elder brother's games in Formula One grand Prix.