Lewis Hamilton had a brief response to a Formula 1 fan’s social media post detailing her mother’s mix-up. The F1 enthusiast, known as @norajooo on TikTok, shared the incident on October 29. The story revolved around a visit to a Tumi luggage store in the U.S. where they met Oscar Piastri before the previous year’s Las Vegas Grand Prix, where both George Russell and Lewis Hamilton achieved podium finishes. Nora’s mother mistakenly inquired about their encounter at “Temu” in 2024, to which Nora replied with a simple “What”. The ensuing exchange included her mother mentioning Lewis Hamilton and referring to him as “Your driver?”
Nora later posted a photo with a caption implying she met Lewis Hamilton at Temu, but the image actually featured her with Oscar Piastri at the Tumi store. The post garnered global attention, with even Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time Formula One World Champion, leaving a comment.
In response to the clip, Hamilton wrote “real”, leaving Nora feeling overwhelmed. She expressed her astonishment, likening the experience to being blessed by the pope at the Vatican. Nora humorously acknowledged Hamilton’s comment on the mix-up her mother made, conveying her appreciation and urging him not to retire.
The interaction sparked excitement among fans, with hundreds flooding the comments section. Comments ranged from shocked reactions to humor, with many expressing amusement at the mix-up and Hamilton’s response. The incident left Nora and her followers entertained and grateful for the unexpected engagement.