Lewis Hamilton finally claimed his first win for Ferrari with a stunning victory at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, and fans think it's all down to his relationship with Kim Kardashian.
Hamilton's Victory and the 'Kardashian Effect'
The seven-time world champion had struggled since joining Ferrari, but his fortunes improved after starting a romance with the reality TV star. In Spain, he delivered a brilliant drive to secure his first win since the Belgian Grand Prix in 2024, ending a 686-day drought.
Fans on social media credited the "Kim Kardashian effect" for his resurgence. One said: "The Kim Kardashian effect is so effective Hamilton has actually won a race after 707 days." Another commented: "Scientists need to study the Kim Kardashian effect because Hamilton is flying today."
Race Highlights
Hamilton capitalized on a perfectly-timed virtual safety car after Fernando Alonso stopped on track. He executed a three-stop strategy, overtaking George Russell and benefiting from Andrea Kimi Antonelli's late engine failure. Antonelli's lead in the championship was slashed from 66 points to 41.
Hamilton became the oldest F1 winner since Jack Brabham in 1970, at age 41. Lando Norris finished third, ahead of Max Verstappen.
Reaction and Impact
Hamilton's victory marked Ferrari's first win since Carlos Sainz's success in Mexico City in 2024. The British driver had shown improvement in recent races, with back-to-back podium finishes in Monaco and Barcelona.
Fans are now wondering if the "Kardashian effect" is real, with one posting: "Lewis Hamilton has been performing better since his relationship with Kim Kardashian went public."
