Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton publicly acknowledged his relationship with Kim Kardashian. The 41-year-old driver made the revelation during a fan event at Silverstone on Thursday, July 2, prior to the British Grand Prix, generating great expectation among the public.

While appearing on stage alongside other athletes, Hamilton was interviewed by presenter David Croft, who noted the driver's visible good spirits. “Lewis, both on and off the track, you are a much happier man this year, and for everyone present, it's great to see,” Croft commented.

Taking advantage of the relaxed moment, another driver asked the question: “Is that because you have a fast car or because you have a new girlfriend?”

As the crowd laughed, Hamilton smiled and responded, “Yeah, that's a good one.” He then expressed his gratitude towards his Ferrari team before mentioning Kim.

"After a year with this team, Ferrari is still the most emblematic team of all time, and they have gone through a difficult period. It is an incredible team and they have received me wonderfully. The first year was obviously very hard, but finally seeing the fruit of the effort we are all putting in is taking us back to where we want to be," he stated.

And he concluded with a revealing smile: “And of course, of course, it's Kim.”

About romance

Although Hamilton's statement marks the first time he has explicitly linked his happiness to Kardashian, the couple has been the subject of rumors since earlier this year.

The first signs emerged when they were seen together at a New Year's Eve party in Aspen. Since then, sightings have become more frequent and in different parts of the world: they were seen in Paris in February, and later in Japan and New York City.

Last month, Kardashian, 45, attended the Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix to support Lewis. After coming in second place, the two shared tender displays of affection in public, further fueling rumors about a connection that went beyond friendship.