Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton have officially confirmed their relationship, but the reality star's behavior at the Monaco Grand Prix has drawn criticism from Formula 1 fans. During the pre-race grid walk, Kardashian, 45, appeared to snub veteran broadcaster Martin Brundle when he attempted to interview her.
Grid Walk Snub
Brundle, a former F1 driver turned Sky Sports commentator, approached Kardashian on the grid and introduced himself, asking, "How are you today?" Kardashian smiled but did not respond, instead turning to her sister Khloe Kardashian and friend Simon Huck. An umbrella holder whispered something to her, and another person seemed to block Brundle's path. "You don't need to push me, mate," Brundle said before moving on. "Normally people will have a quick chat with us."
Brundle persisted, asking, "Are you enjoying F1?" Kardashian again smiled without speaking and walked away with her group. "So we're not talking today," Brundle concluded.
Fan Backlash
F1 fans, particularly Hamilton supporters, expressed disappointment. One wrote on X: "This is upsetting because Lewis is such a classy person. Kim is there supporting Lewis, in his amazing career in this sophisticated and intelligent sport and she should be gracious." Another added: "A reality TV chick who thinks she's more relevant at an F1 race than Martin Brundle. Delusional." A third commented: "She is doing absolutely nothing for Lewis's reputation, other than sinking it."
However, some defended Kardashian, suggesting she may not have recognized Brundle. "No disrespect to this dude, but I had no idea who he is, because I don't watch F1... Clearly she doesn't either. Just cause she's newly banging Lewis Hamilton doesn't mean she needs to know who Martin Brundle is," one user wrote. Another noted: "Lewis could've told her. 'If Martin comes talk to you, please say Hi. F1 will love it if you do.'"
Relationship Timeline
Rumors of a romance between the SKIMS mogul and Hamilton, 41, began at the Super Bowl earlier this year, after they had known each other for over a decade. They went Instagram official in April and confirmed their relationship last week when Kardashian shared a video and selfie of them on a bike ride. At the Monaco GP, Hamilton appeared to blow a kiss toward Kardashian during podium celebrations.
After the race, Hamilton thanked her for attending, saying, "It's amazing to have her come this weekend and have the support." He finished second in the race, behind Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli, marking his second consecutive podium finish.
Despite the controversy, the couple seems undeterred. Fans remain divided, but the spotlight on Kardashian's F1 etiquette continues to spark debate.
