Kim Kardashian publicly apologized to veteran Formula 1 broadcaster Martin Brundle during a grid walk at the Singapore Grand Prix on October 11, 2026, ending a months-long controversy stemming from a perceived snub at the Monaco Grand Prix earlier this year.
Brundle confirmed the exchange, stating it was "absolutely fine" and proceeded with the interview he had sought since June. Kardashian, who was with her sister Khloé Kardashian, approached Brundle and said, "Did I not know the rules? Did we get off on the wrong foot?" while placing her hand on his arm. She described Formula 1 as "amazing and fun and wild" and expressed support for her boyfriend, Lewis Hamilton, ahead of the race.
Hamilton, starting third on the grid, was the focus of Kardashian’s remarks. She stated, "He is [in great form]. I’m just praying for the best tonight," reflecting her confidence in his performance at the Marina Bay Street Circuit’s night race.
The encounter followed Kardashian’s widely discussed absence of acknowledgment during Brundle’s grid walk in Monaco, where she and Khloé reportedly ignored his attempts to speak with them. The incident drew criticism on social media, with some fans calling the interaction "rude." Kardashian later joked about the rules of grid walks, implying she may have misunderstood the protocol at the time.
Brundle, a longtime Sky Sports F1 broadcaster, had sought an interview with Kardashian since their initial interaction. The Singapore reconciliation marked the first time Kardashian addressed the earlier snub directly, framing it as a misunderstanding rather than intentional disregard.
Kardashian and Hamilton, who began dating in early 2026, have been frequently spotted together at public events, including cycling in London and a trip to Paris. Their relationship has drawn significant attention within the Formula 1 community, though Kardashian’s prior interactions with media figures like Brundle had not been previously documented beyond the Monaco incident.
The Singapore Grand Prix proceeded without incident, with Hamilton finishing the race in a position consistent with his starting grid slot. Kardashian’s public apology and subsequent remarks were captured by multiple photographers and broadcasters present at the event.