Hamilton, champagne and a fan: the anecdote from the French GP

Lewis Hamilton made his mark at the French Grand Prix by surprising a 25-year-old French fan before dousing her with champagne. A viral moment which illustrates the closeness between drivers and supporters, despite the glamorous world of Formula 1. On June 23, 2024, on the Paul Ricard circuit, a young woman named Elsa had an unforgettable experience.

While watching the event, Hamilton recognized her in the crowd and struck up a conversation. Without waiting, the seven-time world champion grabbed a bottle of champagne and splashed it to the applause of the witnesses. The scene, filmed and shared massively on social networks, quickly took on a viral dimension.