Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has revealed behind-the-scenes details over a special recent project away from the track.

The racing icon had a tight turnaround after a hectic weekend at the Miami Grand Prix, where he once again proved his potential in the Ferrari machinery landing a podium in Saturday’s sprint race, but only came away with eighth place in Sunday’s main event.

Come Monday however, all of Hamilton’s worries on track were pushed to the back of his mind as he prepared for another glamorous event, the 2025 Met Gala.

How Hamilton’s labour of love took months to prepare

The sporting legend accepted the prestigious position of co-chair for the 2025 Met Gala when asked by Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, joining fellow co-chairs Pharrell Williams, Colman Domingo and A$AP Rocky in celebrating the theme: ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’.