Kim Kardashian’s Monaco Grand Prix appearance turned messy after Formula 1 fans accused her of ignoring veteran Sky Sports reporter Martin Brundle on live television.
The reality star attended the race on Sunday, June 7, where she was reportedly supporting Lewis Hamilton amid growing romance talk. She appeared on the grid with her sister Khloé Kardashian before the race began, both wearing coordinated cream looks as cameras followed their arrival.
Then Brundle approached her during his famous pre-race grid walk.
Martin Brundle Tried To Speak To Kim Kardashian
Brundle’s grid walk has become one of Formula 1’s most unpredictable pre-race traditions. The former driver and longtime broadcaster moves through the packed starting grid, trying to grab quick interviews with drivers, team figures, and celebrities before lights out.
On Sunday, he tried to speak with Kardashian. “Kim, Martin Brundle, Sky F1. How are you today?” he asked while trying to get her attention.
Kardashian did not respond.
Brundle tried again, asking, “Are you enjoying F1?” She continued looking away and moved through the grid without giving him an answer.
Moments later, as someone in the crowd appeared to jostle him, Brundle was heard saying, “Don’t push me mate, I’m nearly famous.”
That line sounded like classic Brundle. Fans, however, were not amused with the reception he got from Kardashian.
F1 Fans Called The Moment Rude
The clip spread quickly online, where many viewers accused Kardashian of being dismissive.
“A reality TV chick who thinks she’s more relevant at an F1 race than Martin Brundle. Delusional,” one viewer wrote. Another critic called her a “talentless muppet” and accused her of acting like she was above everyone else.
Others argued that celebrities on the grid should show more respect to the sport and its broadcasters. “She was very rude not to even acknowledge him,” one fan wrote. “Such obnoxious behaviour. These celebs think they are medieval royalty and people shouldn’t even meet their eyes let alone have the gall to speak to them. Clowns.”
Kardashian has not publicly addressed the clip. Sky Sports, Formula 1, and Ferrari have also not issued formal statements about the exchange.
That leaves the moment open to interpretation. Still, for many F1 fans, the optics were enough.
Lewis Hamilton Romance Talk Added More Attention
The backlash also arrived as Kardashian’s reported connection to Hamilton continues to draw attention.
Kardashian was in Monaco as Hamilton raced for Ferrari, and her presence immediately became part of the wider paddock conversation. The sport has leaned heavily into celebrity culture in recent years, especially as F1 has grown as a global entertainment brand.
To some viewers, stars like Kardashian are now part of the spectacle. To others, the Brundle moment showed exactly why celebrity grid access irritates longtime fans.
Brundle has been here before. In 2021, he had an awkward on-camera exchange with security while trying to speak to Megan Thee Stallion on the grid. That moment led to fresh discussion about whether celebrities should be prepared for media interaction when they enter the pre-race area. The Kardashian clip has reopened that argument.
Kim And Khloé Drew Cameras In Monaco
Kardashian embraced full star power at the event. She wore oversized purple sunglasses with an ivory dress, while her hair was pulled into a high bun. Khloé chose a shorter cream dress that matched the family’s polished race-day look. The sisters had arrived in Monaco days earlier by boat with friend Simon Huck, drawing attention before they even reached the grid.
For fans watching from home, however, the fashion was quickly overshadowed by the Brundle exchange.
The grid walk has always been chaotic. That is part of its appeal. Celebrities, drivers, security, handlers, and cameras all collide in a few noisy minutes before the race begins. This time, Kardashian became the story.
Whether she missed Brundle, chose not to engage, or simply wanted to keep moving remains unclear. What is clear is that F1 viewers had already made up their minds. For them, one ignored question turned into a full debate about fame, respect, and whether Hollywood belongs on the grid at all.
