Is Kim Kardashian 'banned' by Ferrari? Now she’s dating Lewis Hamilton and internet is calling out the irony — here's the truth

Shivani Negi | Feb 03, 2026, 07:23 IST

Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton’s rumored romance has the internet talking, sparking renewed chatter about Kim’s so-called Ferrari “ban.” The timing is ironic, as Hamilton joined Ferrari in 2025 and has faced his own struggles with the team.

Image credit : X/@TorettoOffcl | Kim Kardashian linked to Lewis Hamilton as old Ferrari rumors resurface, fans debate the unexpected pairing

The Kardashians have truly mastered the art of never letting them know your next move, because who could have possibly predicted Kim Kardashian dating Lewis Hamilton in 2026? The new pairing first surfaced over the weekend, when The Sun reported relationship whispers linking the F1 champion and the reality mogul. Fans, however, weren’t buying it without proof, insisting on “pics or it didn’t happen.”

They didn’t have to wait long. Soon enough, photos and videos of the alleged new couple began circulating, sending the internet into a spiral of collective disbelief. While the Kardashians’ dating pool has always seemed limitless, this particular pairing has sparked one of the biggest reactions in recent years, rivaled only by the frenzy surrounding Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet’s romance.

Meanwhile, the buzz has also revived old rumors claiming Kim Kardashian was once banned by Ferrari, making the situation even more ironic. Fans were quick to point out the twist, noting that she is now being linked to a Formula 1 driver who joined Ferrari in 2025. The internet, of course, is having a field day with the full-circle moment.

Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton spark romance rumours after a luxe UK and Paris getaway

Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton have suddenly become one of the internet’s favorite “wait, *what?!” pairs after multiple sightings and whispered rendezvous fueled romance rumours. According to reports, Kim jetted in on her private plane from Los Angeles to the UK for a low‑key but very luxe weekend at Estelle Manor in the Cotswolds with the seven‑time F1 champ, where the duo reportedly enjoyed a private spa, couple’s massage, and dinner away from prying eyes before flying on to Paris together and being photographed arriving at a hotel in the City of Love.

Lewis Hamilton and Kim Kardashian? 👀 pic.twitter.com/K1mlqjgSSJ

— La Gazzetta Ferrari (@GazzettaFerrari) February 2, 2026

Neither has confirmed anything, but insiders and paparazzi pics from the countryside escape and Paris arrival have sent fans into full‑on speculation mode, with some teasing that Kim’s newest travel plans might just be all about Lewis and his Ferrari life.

Fan backlash against Lewis Hamilton

While one side of the internet is absolutely unhinged over the new Kardashian–Hamilton pairing, flooding feeds with memes and viral edits, another corner is fuming. The seven-time Formula One World Champion, celebrated for speaking out on human rights and supporting good causes, is suddenly at the center of online chatter about his romance. Fans are pointing out the irony as Kim’s brand SKIMS expands into Israel, which some see as controversial, and her MAGA ties only add fuel to the fire.

as if the ferrari curse wasn't enough he had to go and collect the kardashian athlete curse as well.... there's no saving you now lewis https://t.co/v2NVi8JKOB

— simi (@versainors) February 2, 2026

She’s opening multiple SKIMS stores in Israel and hosted IDF families. She gos out of her way to support Israel… does he know what he’s doing? Can’t be pro Palestine and have these relationships (whether platonic or not) https://t.co/N1WnlnvEQW

— sidra 🇵🇸 (@KashmiriChai32) February 2, 2026

For someone who is vocal about human rights to end up dating Kim Kardashian 😂😂😂😂 https://t.co/UrRvaqQj4l

— Exposing (@lifeofatroll67) February 2, 2026

So, is Kim Kardashian really banned by Ferrari?

knowing Kim is actually blacklisted by Ferrari is sending me 💀 this just got hilarious #kewis pic.twitter.com/XcV2D436UB

— RedBullBaby (@redbullbaby05) February 2, 2026

The fact that Kim Kardashian is blacklisted by Ferrari makes it even funnier https://t.co/1sKCXcWViq

— ANIII ✨🤝🏻💁🏻‍♀️ (@pitlanejoker) February 2, 2026

Another story fans can’t stop talking about is the SKIMS founder’s so‑called Ferrari ban. Rumours have been around for years that Kim Kardashian was “banned” by Ferrari. One of the origin stories behind the gossip goes back to 2011, when she received a white Ferrari 458 Italia as a wedding gift from Malaysian businessman Jho Low, who was later accused by US authorities of fraud and money laundering; that association, and the fact that she hasn’t been seen with a Ferrari in years (her last public sighting was around 2012), helped the rumours grow.

While Kim never addressed the rumours, Ferrari later stepped up to clear the air. In a statement to Paper Mag, a Ferrari spokesperson clarified that the company does not “ban” anyone from buying its cars, but simply “reserves the right to decide on special editions” when it comes to existing customers. In other words, Kim could still purchase a standard production Ferrari if she wanted, so the "ban" isn't as dramartic as it sounds.

That said, it still makes the gossip especially ironic now that she’s being linked to Hamilton, who signed with Ferrari for the 2025 Formula 1 season and has faced his own struggles with the team’s performance “curse”, which is a running joke among fans about how top drivers often don’t win championships with Ferrari.

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Shivani Negi