Lewis Hamilton and Kim Kardashian share steamy lake photos in Instagram post

Lewis Hamilton has gone public with his new relationship, sharing a series of Instagram photos with Kim Kardashian that show the pair jumping off a boat into a lake and walking arm-in-arm along a trail.

What happened?

On Thursday, July 16, Hamilton posted a carousel of photos and videos featuring Kardashian. In one clip, the Formula 1 driver grabs Kardashian as they leap off a boat into a lake. Another shot shows the couple strolling along a trail with Hamilton’s arm draped over Kardashian’s shoulders. “Hold your people close 🫂,” Hamilton captioned the post. Commentator Samuel Bassett replied, “Hard Launch, confirmed 💜.” Kardashian had posted a selfie with Hamilton and her daughter Chicago the day before, marking the first time she shared a photo of the couple with one of her children.

Why it matters for Lewis Hamilton

The photos represent Hamilton’s first public display of the relationship with Kardashian, ending months of speculation about their romance. The Formula 1 star, who turned 41 in January, and Kardashian, 45, have kept their connection largely private since it became known earlier this year. The Instagram posts arrive just days after Kardashian shared a tribute to her late grandmother Mary Jo “MJ” Shannon, who died on July 14 at age 91.

What the photos show

Hamilton’s Instagram post includes a slow-motion clip of the couple’s lake jump, their bodies suspended mid-air above the water. Another image shows them walking side by side on a wooded path, Hamilton’s left arm around Kardashian’s right shoulder. Kardashian’s caption for her own post with Chicago read, “Summers at the lake with my favorite people ✨🦋.” The photos mark the first time Kardashian publicly featured Hamilton alongside one of her four children.

What comes next?

Public reaction to the photos has been swift, with fans and media dubbing the pairing “KimIlton.” Hamilton’s post drew thousands of likes within hours, while Kardashian’s tribute to her grandmother drew an outpouring of condolences and memories. The couple has not commented on future plans beyond the Instagram posts, leaving fans to speculate about potential public appearances or joint projects.