Ask even the most casual F1 fans who their favourite driver is and you’re likely to get the same answer: Sir Lewis Hamilton. He is, afterall, the seven-time championship driver who holds the record for the most wins, pole positions and podium finishes – tying only with the legendary Michael Schumacher. So it’s only natural that curiosity about the legendary athlete extends to his personal life – namely whether or not he has a girlfriend.
Now, as the world gears up for the release of F1 The Movie, adding the title of film producer to Sir Hamilton’s list of professional achievements, the fandom’s fervour has reached fever pitch.
From highschool sweethearts to high-profile relationships with pop stars like Pussycat Dolls lead singer, Nicole Scherzinger, and low-key dates with the likes of Sofia Vergara and even Shakira, the Lewis Hamilton girlfriend lore runs deep. Below, a breakdown of the champion racer’s dating history, from his early years on the circuit, to now.
Does Lewis Hamilton Have A Girlfriend?
At the time of writing, Hamilton is very much single, using his recent visit to Monaco to test the dating waters.
During race week, Hamilton was spotted leaving a restaurant with model Darja Sobakinskaja and partying with another mystery girl. So by all accounts, he’s keeping his focus on securing his first championship with Ferrari, not on matters of the heart. Which to be honest, is comforting to know as Hamilton stans who welcome his attention staying on track.
Sir Lewis Hamilton: A Girlfriend Timeline
While he might be keeping his eyes on the prize right now, there’s been no lack of love interests over the years, and here’s proof.
Jodia Ma: 2003-2007
Lewis and Jodia first met as students at Cambridge Arts and Sciences College. The pair hit it off and began dating in 2003, before parting ways in 2007 in what appeared at the time, to be a very conscious uncoupling.
Speaking shortly after the split, Mar told The Daily Mail that the two were still on good terms. “We didn’t split up because there was anything wrong with our relationship,” she shared. “But rather because we both wanted to pursue our different careers.”
While in the same interview she admits she was tempted to provide a tell-all account of their time together after seeing photos of Lewis strolling on the beach with another woman post-breakup, she decided against it. “We always tried to keep our lives and relationship private and there’s no reason why that should change now.”
Nicole Scherzinger: 2007-2015
After meeting at the MTV Awards in 2007, F1 driver Lewis Hamilton and singer Nicole Scherzinger began an on-again, off-again relationship that would last for eight years before finally calling it quits in 2015.
While the power couple kept their private life relatively low-key, they experienced a serious glow up together, with The Pussycat Dolls singer and her F1 beau rising to huge levels of fame at roughly the same time.
Scherzinger was a frequent presence in the paddock, making appearances when she could, with Hamilton joining her for various awards ceremonies and galas across the years.
Despite their clear love for one another, a life of conflicting calendars and grueling tour schedules eventually led to the two parting ways, but not before the couple cemented their place in the hearts and minds of fans around the world.
Scherzinger expressed her grief post-breakup in 2015 statement, per Glamour, “I’m devastated that it didn’t work out. It was the hardest decision we had to make, but we made it together,” she confirmed. “I love Lewis and I know he loves me. We wish nothing but happiness and the very best for one another.”
By all accounts the pair remained friends over the years, with Scherzinger showing support for Hamilton’s role as co-chair at this year’s Met Gala and even becoming one of the few ex-couples to walk the red carpet on the night.
Rihanna: 2015
In 2015 headlines started speculating about a rumoured relationship bubbling between Rihanna and Lewis, after the pair were spotted on board the singer’s yacht. The whisper network went into overdrive when the pair were then snapped partying together in New York shortly after.
Despite the sightings, a relationship was never confirmed, but Lewis did try his best to shut down any escalation of the like. “You know, I’ve known Ri for a long time,” he told reporters at the 2015 MTV awards. “We’ve been friends for a while. We get to hang out every now and again.”
Barbara Palvin: 2016
Before she married Dylan Sprouse, model Barbara Palvin was linked to the Formula 1 driver for a brief stint in 2016.
The pair were spotted on multiple occasions throughout the year, with Palvin joining him trackside for several Grand Prixs across the season.
Things never progressed beyond the casual for this ex-couple, but the connection was definitely there at the time.
Rita Ora: 2016
Although Rita Ora and Lewis Hamilton never publicly acknowledged their relationship, the pair were papped, and snapped, together throughout 2016.
Rumours turned into the realm of reality when paparazzi captured the maybe-couple enjoying some fun in the sun on a luxe getaway to Montenegro and the singer was even spotted getting cosy with his mother at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Despite their clear chemistry, the spark seemingly fizzled out before any foundations for a future were formed.
Nicki Minaj: 2018
From fashion week to social media follows, Lewis Hamilton and singer Nicki Minaj continued to fuel dating rumours for a few months in 2018.
But the rumour mill went into overdrive in September of that year, after Minaj shared a candid snap of the pair in Dubai together to her personal socials.
“🇹🇹🇬🇩 Caribbean tingz what I on. Me & Lewis gettin paper like what ink dry on. #Versace,” Minaj captioned her post at the time.
Shakira: 2023
In 2023, Lewis Hamilton dating rumoured shifted up a gear when it was revealed the driver might be seeing Shakira.
Although the relationship was never confirmed, the singer was spotted trackside at the Spanish Grand Prix in 2023, fueling talk of a budding romance.
Alas, it wasn’t to be, with Shakira confirming her mind was on more important matters (perhaps with a different romantic interest) in a Rolling Stone interview soon after. “I’m not thinking about that,” she said. “What space do I have for a man right now?”
Sofia Vergara: 2025:
Whispers of fling between actress Sofia Vergara and Lewis Hamilton became the talk of the town when she was spotted outside the Ferrari garage during the Monaco Grand Prix weekend.
But that wasn’t the first time the pair had been linked, with snaps of the two enjoying a flirty exchange over lunch months before making an appearance trackside.
While a source for US Weekly reportedly claimed the lunch was anything but romantic, it was impossible to ignore the chemistry radiating from their casual glances across the table.
Related articles:
- If Not Us, Then Who Is Carlos Sainz Dating?
- Who Has Oscar Piastri’s Heart? Meet The Aussie F1 Star’s Girlfriend
- We’re Sat And Strapped In For The Release Of The F1 Movie
Related stories
Native ad body.
Native ad body.
