Monaco: Lewis Hamilton had a high-profile supporter in the Formula 1 paddock on Saturday as Kim Kardashian arrived in Monte Carlo ahead of qualifying for the Monaco Grand Prix.
Kardashian, who has been linked with the seven-time world champion since earlier this year, made her first major paddock appearance as Hamilton prepared to chase his first pole position with Ferrari. Her arrival added a fresh celebrity spotlight to one of Formula 1’s most glamorous race weekends.
Hamilton enters qualifying with strong momentum after Ferrari showed impressive pace through practice. The slow, narrow and twisty Circuit de Monaco is traditionally a track where qualifying carries huge importance, with overtaking notoriously difficult on race day. Ferrari had looked competitive on Friday, with Hamilton and teammate Charles Leclerc setting the pace before Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli topped final practice on Saturday.
Kardashian was seen arriving with her sister Khloe Kardashian, first aboard a yacht and later near the Monaco paddock. Kim opted for a black sheer-style top, blue denim jeans, pointed heels and dark sunglasses, bringing her signature fashion presence to the Formula 1 paddock. Khloe chose a Monte Carlo summer-inspired look with a halter top and capri pants.
The appearance comes after Hamilton himself drew attention for his Monaco fashion, including a bold sheer sequin top at the Circuit de Monaco. Hamilton has long been known for using Formula 1 weekends as a style platform, often blending motorsport, luxury fashion and celebrity culture.
For Hamilton, however, the focus remains firmly on the track. The 41-year-old is still seeking a breakthrough Ferrari pole, and Monaco could offer one of his best chances yet. Ferrari are also facing the weekend without team principal Fred Vasseur for qualifying after the team confirmed he was under medical observation.
Hamilton’s recent form has added to expectations, especially after a runner-up finish at the previous round in Canada behind Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli. With Ferrari looking strong in Monaco and Kardashian’s paddock debut drawing global attention, Saturday’s qualifying session is set to be one of the most closely watched moments of the weekend.
For now, Monaco has delivered exactly what it is famous for: fast cars, high fashion, celebrity arrivals and a Ferrari driver chasing glory on the streets of Monte Carlo.
