Neymar and Lewis Hamilton have a very close relationship with each other. The first race of the 2024 F1 season has concluded. While the action on the track was average due to one team’s dominance, celebrities from around the world did not hesitate to attend the prestigious event.
One of the notable stars who garnered attention before the Bahrain GP was the former Barcelona player who currently plays for Al-Hilal. He was spotted walking around the paddock and on the grid, where he had a heartwarming moment with the seven-time world champion.
The two iconic figures embraced each other and had a brief conversation. The video of their interaction has become viral worldwide, with fans from both the F1 and soccer communities expressing their admiration.
Neymar and Lewis Hamilton before the race today.
Although it is common for celebrities to enhance the Grand Prix weekend by attending the races, Neymar is a player who frequently appears in the paddock. During the 2023 season, the Brazilian was seen at several race weekends.
While Lewis Hamilton and Neymar shared a touching moment before the 57-lap Bahrain GP, Hamilton’s performance during the race was rather underwhelming. Despite his best efforts behind the wheel of the Mercedes W15, he could only secure a seventh-place finish, trailing behind McLaren’s driver.
Hamilton’s teammate also faced difficulties during the race. Despite starting from third place, he slipped down the rankings and finished in fifth position. In contrast, Red Bull, their main rivals, achieved a dominant 1-2 finish.
Double points 👌👊
The next event on the F1 calendar is the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. The Jeddah Corniche Circuit is known for its flowing layout, and it will be interesting to see how Lewis Hamilton and George Russell set up their cars for the upcoming race. The two British drivers will undoubtedly aim for a better performance than they had in Bahrain.