06/09/2026
Lewis Hamilton has always been one of my favorite drivers. I want him to be successful on the trackāhis back-to-back second-place finishes prove that he still isābut I also want him to be happy in life. These two things donāt have to be mutually exclusive.
Recently, Lewis has attracted attention due to rumors about his relationship with Kim Kardashian. However, those rumors were put to rest when Kim made her first appearance on the Monaco Grand Prix grid. She maintained a relatively low profile throughout the weekendāabout as much as any global icon can.
In the eyes of the Formula 1 world, there was one small cultural misstep: she didn't speak with Martin Brundle during the pre-race grid walk. This isnāt about celebrity, public relations, or entitlement. Itās about cultureābeing a guest in someone elseās world and understanding that in Formula 1, respect is often earned through quiet, human moments rather than through headlines.
I've written about why Martin matters and why moments like these carry more weight than they might seem. If this message reaches anyone in Kim's circle, here's a small piece of advice: next time, take a moment to talk to Martin. Doing so will surely win over the hearts of many dedicated F1 fans.
Every culture, whether it's a country, a family, or a sport, has its own unspoken rules. When we travel, we instinctively adjust our behavior; we might be more reserved at a historic landmark or remove our shoes when entering someone's home. As guests, we typically listen more than we speak. Not bec
