Kim Kardashian spoke directly to Martin Brundle on the Marina Bay starting grid this Sunday (11), setting aside months of online scrutiny following an awkward encounter between the pair at the Monaco Grand Prix earlier this season. The live broadcast exchange took place during the traditional pre-race grid walk conducted by the former driver for Sky Sports F1, shortly before drivers took their positions for the Singapore Grand Prix.
The businesswoman attended the paddock at the Marina Bay Street Circuit to support Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton, who entered the night race following a podium result in the sprint session held on Saturday (10). When Brundle approached her among the mechanics and team personnel, Kardashian turned toward the microphone to address their previous interaction with immediate humor, asking: “Did I not know the rules? Did we get off on the wrong foot?”
Marina Bay exchange resolves Monaco Grand Prix grid walk snub
The conversation brought an end to an episode that originated in June 2026, when Kardashian made her first appearance in the Formula 1 paddock as Hamilton’s partner during the Monaco Grand Prix. On that occasion, Brundle attempted to interview her during his live grid walk, but she completely ignored his approach while security personnel stepped in between them, an incident that prompted intense criticism across social media platforms from motorsport fans who hold the broadcaster’s routine in high regard.
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Brundle, who has conducted grid walks across world circuits, reassured Kardashian immediately upon her remark on Sunday, telling her that everything was entirely fine. The veteran commentator then resumed his line of reporting, asking for her candid perspective on the sport after experiencing multiple race weekends up close in the paddock environment.
“I think it’s amazing and fun and wild, and something I’ve never seen before. It’s amazing,” Kardashian said during the live television broadcast, describing her impressions of the Formula 1 atmosphere under the floodlights in Singapore.
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Kim Kardashian assesses Lewis Hamilton form ahead of the race
Brundle also questioned Kardashian about the current form and competitive mindset of Hamilton heading into the demanding street race. Hamilton entered Sunday looking to capitalize on strong form in Singapore, having secured second place in the sprint race completed the previous afternoon.
“He is [in great form]. I’m just praying for the best tonight,” Kardashian said regarding the seven-time world champion. She confirmed that the Ferrari driver felt prepared for the challenge, adding that “[Lewis is] very confident, and so am I. Just got to pray for the best.”
The exchange drew widespread viewer attention on television broadcasts worldwide, reversing the negative reception from their prior interaction in Monte Carlo by showing both figures engaging comfortably before engine startup.
Lewis Hamilton finishes sixth as Max Verstappen wins Singapore GP
Despite the optimism expressed on the starting grid, Hamilton could not convert his front-running sprint momentum into a podium finish in the main event. Driving for Ferrari, the British competitor crossed the finish line in sixth place at the conclusion of the 62 laps around Marina Bay, battling high tire degradation and physical strain on one of the most grueling circuits on the calendar.
Red Bull Racing driver Max Verstappen took victory in the Singapore Grand Prix, controlling proceedings from the front to secure the top step of the podium under the Singapore lights.
Key figures and facts from the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix
- Max Verstappen: winner of the Singapore Grand Prix for Red Bull Racing
- Lewis Hamilton: finished in sixth place in the main race after taking second place in the Saturday sprint for Ferrari
- Martin Brundle: Sky Sports F1 commentator conducting his grid walk routine
- Race distance: 62 laps completed around the Marina Bay Street Circuit
- Grid interview date: Sunday, October 11, 2026, in Marina Bay, Singapore
Hamilton and Ferrari now turn their attention to the remaining rounds of the 2026 Formula 1 championship calendar following the conclusion of the race weekend at Marina Bay.