Kim Kardashian made a public appearance alongside seven-time Formula One world champion Sir Lewis Hamilton at the Super Bowl, adding fuel to recent speculation about the pair’s relationship.
The reality TV star and the racing icon were seen seated next to each other at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara on Sunday, where they watched the NFL showpiece between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. Earlier this month, the two had sparked dating rumours after reportedly traveling together from the UK to Paris.
Kim, 45, wore a black furry coat, sunglasses and a bold choker necklace, and was seen chatting and smiling with Hamilton in videos shared widely on social media.
Reports in recent days suggested that Kim’s close circle is pleased she has gone on “a few dates” with the 41-year-old driver. A source told Us Weekly that those around her are happy to see her stepping back into the dating scene after a difficult period in her personal life.
Since her high-profile split from Kanye West, Kim has been linked to Pete Davidson and Odell Beckham Jr., while Hamilton was previously in a long-term, on-and-off relationship with singer Nicole Scherzinger.
Despite the strains in her relationship with her ex-husband, Kim has maintained that they will always remain family. Speaking on the Khloe in Wonderland podcast, she said that no matter the circumstances, she values that bond, especially for the sake of their four children — North, Saint, Chicago and Psalm.
The Skims founder has also shared what she seeks in a future partner, saying she values good morals, calmness, dependability and accountability. At the same time, she has acknowledged that single life has grown increasingly comfortable for her, admitting in a recent episode of The Kardashians that the idea of sharing her space with someone else has become “less and less appealing” over time.