{"id":724848,"date":"2026-06-09T09:25:16","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T09:25:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/724848\/"},"modified":"2026-06-09T09:25:16","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T09:25:16","slug":"why-f1-fans-are-not-impressed-with-kim-kardashians-debut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/724848\/","title":{"rendered":"Why F1 Fans Are Not Impressed With Kim Kardashian’s Debut"},"content":{"rendered":"

Celebrity romances are one of our favourite cultural indulgences<\/a>, and few families understand that better than the Kardashian-Jenners. <\/p>\n

From Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi <\/a>to Kylie Jenner and Timoth\u00e9e Chalamet, the family\u2019s recent relationships have produced some of pop culture\u2019s most fascinating pairings.<\/p>\n

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Never one to be outdone, Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton<\/a> are the latest duo capturing public attention.<\/p>\n

Over the weekend, Kardashian touched down in Monte Carlo for her first Monaco Grand Prix, arriving in a custom Gucci look and embracing what may be her most unexpected title yet: F1 WAG.<\/p>\n

\"LewisImage: Instagram @lewishamilton<\/a><\/p>\n

Accompanied by sister Khlo\u00e9 Kardashian, Kim spent race day circulating through the paddock and hospitality suites, where celebrity sightings are almost as much a part of the spectacle as the racing itself.<\/p>\n

She opted for a draped cream gown with a plunging back, black pumps and oversized purple shield sunglasses, while Khlo\u00e9 coordinated in a sandy-toned satin dress. The pair looked perfectly at home among Monaco\u2019s luxury yachts, glamorous hospitality suites and designer-clad crowds.<\/p>\n

But while the sisters may have nailed the dress code, Formula 1 fans were quick to scrutinise Kardashian\u2019s paddock etiquette.<\/p>\n

Did Kim Kardashian Snub Martin Brundle?<\/p>\n

Ahead of the race, Kardashian sparked criticism after declining an interview with veteran Sky Sports presenter and former Formula 1 driver Martin Brundle during his now-iconic grid walk.<\/p>\n

For those unfamiliar with Formula 1, Brundle\u2019s pre-race grid walk has become a fixture of race day. For decades, he has wandered packed starting grids in pursuit of actors, athletes, musicians, royals and the occasional bewildered A-lister. Agreeing to a quick chat is standard. <\/p>\n

Video footage showed Brundle introducing himself and asking Kardashian how she was enjoying the event. After a brief pause, during which a member of her entourage appeared to whisper in her ear, Kardashian continued walking without responding.<\/p>\n

\u201cNormally people will have a quick chat with us,\u201d Brundle remarked. \u201cOkay, Kim and Khlo\u00e9, so we\u2019re not talking today.\u201d<\/p>\n

No way Martin Brundle got aired by Kim Kardashian. Lewis Hamilton definitely forgot to brief her on F1 royalty. pic.twitter.com\/NsrocybCYU<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 MOWESTGoHard_\ud83c\udf20 (@Moweyyyy184273) June 8, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Why Do Fans Think Kim Kardashian Took Kimi Antonelli\u2019s Towel?<\/p>\n

As the day unfolded, Kardashian appeared to stumble into another paddock faux pas. <\/p>\n

A viral clip seemed to show her using a towel belonging to Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli to dab her forehead, prompting fresh commentary from fans convinced she had mistaken team equipment for a personal amenity.<\/p>\n

That said, we\u2019re fairly certain Antonelli wasn\u2019t left towel-less. Assuming it was even his to begin with, we\u2019re confident Mercedes had a spare on hand.<\/p>\n

@echozone78<\/a> #kimkardashian<\/a> taking #kimiantonelli<\/a> towel #monaco<\/a> #monacogp<\/a> \u266c Thunderstruck \u2013 AC\/DC<\/a> <\/p>\n

Following Hamilton\u2019s second-place finish behind Antonelli, the traditional podium celebrations got underway. As champagne began spraying in every direction, Kardashian appeared momentarily caught off guard by one of Formula 1\u2019s oldest traditions.<\/p>\n

Hamilton enthusiastically joined the celebrations. Kardashian, meanwhile, made a swift retreat from the splash zone, with one person shielding her from the spray while another produced an umbrella.<\/p>\n

Still, Monaco\u2019s most important endorsement came from Hamilton himself.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s amazing to have her come this weekend and have her support,\u201d he told reporters afterwards. \u201cIt\u2019s amazing to have good people around you and supporting you. And she does that for me every day.\u201d<\/p>\n

How Long Has Lewis Hamilton Been Dating Kim Kardashian?<\/p>\n

While Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton have known one another for years, romance rumours did not begin circulating until February 2026. Since then, the pair have been spotted everywhere from Paris to the English countryside, before making a joint appearance at the Super Bowl. <\/p>\n

By June, they made things Instagram official, signalling the relationship is going from strength to strength.<\/p>\n

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Caitlin is the Digital Content Producer at Marie Claire, with an academic background in Business and Creative Industries, majoring in Fashion Communication at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). Her work has appeared across Marie Claire, ELLE, Vogue and GQ, where she has honed a sharp eye for cultural trends and a deep commitment to considered, compelling storytelling.<\/p>\n

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