Brazilian fan surprises Lewis Hamilton with nail art
Meeting with fan at Dutch GP marks Ferrari driver's preparation
Preparation for the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix gained major repercussion after an unusual encounter between a seven-year world champion and a Brazilian fan in the city of Zandvoort. Sthefany Silva, a 22-year-old from Paraná, surprised Lewis Hamilton with stylized nail art featuring references to the driver's career and the Ferrari team, generating a moment of great attention among motorsports fans.
The nail tribute that charmed the driver
Living in the Netherlands for three years, Sthefany went to the circuit area on Wednesday accompanied by two friends with the hope of seeing the British driver. Upon showing her hands to her idol, the fan revealed designs that included Hamilton's face, the Ferrari crest, the number 44, and other Formula 1 references. The seven-time champion was delighted with the tribute, praised the work, and asked to take a picture of the design with his own phone, in addition to signing a Ferrari cap and a personalized Brazilian flag.
Conversation about the season and physical preparation
The meeting lasted about 15 minutes, even with the driver suffering from jet lag effects after arriving from the airport. During the conversation, the Briton recognized the fan from previous encounters that took place in 2024 and 2025 and commented on his intense preparation for the second half of the championship. The driver stated that he has trained hard in recent weeks, reported feeling at the peak of his physical form, and expressed optimism about the new updates that Ferrari brought to the Dutch track.
George Russell's victory in the sprint race
While the backstage kept fans busy, the Zandvoort Circuit track hosted the sprint race that kicked off Saturday's competitive activities. Englishman George Russell started from pole position with Mercedes and led all 24 laps from start to finish to secure victory in the short race. Charles Leclerc finished in second place after overtaking Lando Norris on the eighteenth lap, while Lando Norris completed the podium in third position.
Brazil's performance in the category's stage
Brazil's representative in the competition, Gabriel Bortoleto, participated in the short race after qualifying in ninth position. The driver stayed behind Pierre Gasly throughout the entire dispute and ended the sprint race in the same ninth position, staying outside the points-scoring zone designated for the top eight competitors. The weekend's schedule continues with the qualifying session and the main race at the Dutch circuit.
With information from GE, VG Notícias.
Source: GE, VG Notícias