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Beyoncé Makes Surprise F1 Las Vegas Appearance, Takes Hot Lap With Lewis Hamilton

A viral hot lap with Lewis Hamilton highlighted the Las Vegas stop’s evolution into an entertainment-first showcase.

Overview

  • Beyoncé and Jay-Z arrived unannounced in the paddock before the race, drawing immediate attention from Formula 1’s official channels.
  • Beyoncé wore a custom white, black and red Louis Vuitton racing jumpsuit during the day, then switched to a Ferrari-branded red vinyl bodysuit for nighttime events.
  • She posted an Instagram clip captioned “Give it to Mama!” showing herself boarding a Ferrari for a passenger hot lap with Hamilton.
  • Multiple outlets reported the hot lap reached roughly 200 mph, though no official telemetry confirming the speed was released.
  • The couple was photographed with Hamilton, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, Travis Scott and Michael Rubin, as fashion and entertainment coverage cast her looks as standout moments of the weekend.