Latifi earns MBA from London Business School after Formula 1 career

Former Formula 1 driver Nicholas Latifi has announced that he has graduated from London Business School with a Master of Business Administration, his first public statement since stepping away from motorsport. The 30 year old Canadian said in a social media post that he graduated a few months ago after taking time away from the public eye to focus on his studies.

Latifi, who left Formula 1 at the end of 2022 after three seasons with Williams, said he deliberately limited his public activity to concentrate on the MBA. "I wanted to take some time away to fully focus on my MBA at London Business School and really enjoy the experience free of distractions," he wrote. "I am happy to share that I graduated a few months ago." He described the past two years as "among the most rewarding of my life, filled with learning, growth, new experiences, and memories I will carry with me forever," and added, "Excited for what is ahead. More to come soon."

Without an undergraduate degree, Latifi said he was initially uncertain about returning to full-time study but found the LBS community welcoming and said he built lasting friendships. The MBA is the latest step in a career pivot Latifi announced...