George Russell Playfully Questions Lewis Hamilton About Kim Kardashian Romance
In a lighthearted moment captured on video, Mercedes Formula One driver George Russell cheekily inquired about Lewis Hamilton's rumoured relationship with American reality star Kim Kardashian. The exchange occurred as the two competitors prepared for a pre-season photoshoot, with Russell asking Hamilton if he was "all loved up" following recent speculation.
Super Bowl Sighting Fuels Romance Rumours
The seven-time world champion has been the subject of dating rumours after being spotted alongside Kardashian at this year's Super Bowl event. Neither Hamilton nor Kardashian has publicly addressed the nature of their relationship, maintaining privacy around their personal lives despite growing media interest.
In the behind-the-scenes footage shared by Mercedes on social media platform X, Russell can be seen approaching Hamilton before posing his playful question about the driver's romantic status. The Ferrari-bound veteran responded with a smile before deftly changing the subject to discuss positioning for the upcoming photographs.
Hamilton Maintains Privacy Stance
This isn't the first instance where Hamilton has avoided discussing his personal connections with Kardashian. Sky Sports F1 reporter Ted Kravitz revealed that Hamilton declined to address questions about the reality star during recent press engagements in Bahrain as Formula One's official testing week commenced.
Kravitz explained that when journalists asked Hamilton whether he enjoyed Kardashian's company more than the Super Bowl game itself, the racing legend responded firmly: "It's my private life, I'm not talking about that." The reporter acknowledged he had considered asking if Kardashian might become a Ferrari supporter but decided against pursuing the line of questioning.
Focus Remains on Racing Performance
While keeping personal matters private, Hamilton proved more forthcoming about technical aspects of the new racing season. The veteran driver expressed enthusiasm about his current vehicle, noting differences in downforce and handling characteristics compared to previous models.
"We just have less downforce," Hamilton explained regarding the new car's performance. "But you still have to discover the grip. There's still so many elements completely under our control. So, it's just different, and new, and I still find it quite fun. The cars are more fun to drive. They're easier to correct."
The interaction between Russell and Hamilton highlights the camaraderie that exists between competitors in the high-pressure world of Formula One, even as drivers navigate intense media scrutiny surrounding both their professional achievements and personal lives.
