The world of Formula 1 and Hollywood have officially collided. After months of “are they or aren’t they” speculation, Lewis Hamilton appears to have finally acknowledged his rumoured romance with Kim Kardashian in the most modern way possible: a public social media “hard launch.”
While the seven-time World Champion has historically kept his private life under a strict “no comment” policy, his actions following the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscars Party on Sunday night have sent the internet into a frenzy.
The Instagram “Heart-Eyes” Moment
The unofficial confirmation came in the early hours of Monday, 16 March, shortly after Kim Kardashian shared a carousel of images showcasing her Oscars after-party look—a stunning, figure-hugging gold Gucci gown.
Hamilton, who was fresh off a successful podium finish at the Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai, didn’t leave a long caption or a public statement. Instead, he simply dropped a smiling face with heart-eyes emoji in the comments. Within minutes, the single emoji garnered tens of thousands of likes and thousands of replies from fans asking, “So it’s official then?”
A Relationship Built on “Bae-cations”
While this is the first time Hamilton has publicly engaged with Kardashian on social media in a romantic capacity, insiders say the pair have been “inseparable” since January.
- The Cotswolds Escape: The duo were first spotted together at the exclusive Estelle Manor in Oxfordshire earlier this year, where they reportedly shared a private spa session and dinner away from other guests.
- Super Bowl LX: The rumours hit fever pitch in February when they were seen sitting together in a VIP suite during the Super Bowl broadcast in California.
- The Arizona Getaway: Just last week, photos surfaced of the pair taking a sunset stroll near Lake Powell, Arizona, during Hamilton’s final pre-season break.
The “Kardashian Curse” vs. Ferrari Form
For F1 fans, the big question hasn’t been about the romance, but about the racing. The so-called “Kardashian Curse”—a long-running internet joke that athletes’ performances dip when they date a member of the family—has already been debunked by Hamilton’s recent form.
His podium finish in the Ferrari red in Shanghai has proven that his focus remains razor-sharp. In fact, sources close to the Scuderia Ferrari team suggest that Hamilton has been “re-energised and refreshed” this season, with some even crediting his positive new surroundings for his improved mental attitude on the grid.
Nicole Scherzinger’s “Stark Warning”?
However, it hasn’t all been heart emojis. Reports from Heat World suggest that Hamilton’s famous ex, Nicole Scherzinger, may have reached out to Kim with a “be careful” warning. Insiders claim that while the pair are already discussing “marriage and babies,” Kim is reportedly asking Lewis to prove he is serious by spending more time at her home in Los Angeles and meeting her children before they take the next big step.
Entertainment and Privacy Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only and is based on social media interactions and reports from entertainment news outlets as of 17 March 2026. Neither Lewis Hamilton nor Kim Kardashian has issued an official press statement confirming a long-term relationship. Celebrity news is subject to rapid change and speculative reporting.
