Moments like Abu Dhabi reflect why Hamilton was selected as one of the co-chairs for Monday’s Met Gala, the fundraiser for the Costume Institute at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. After finishing eighth in Sunday’s Miami Grand Prix, the Ferrari driver flew to New York City for fashion and art’s biggest night.

Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has ditched the race suit for a custom Wales Bonner suit at the 2025 Met Gala.

And according to The Met’s Costume Institute curator Andrew Bolton, Hamilton wasn’t just a figurehead — he was fully invested. “Lewis takes this role so seriously,” Bolton told The Athletic. “He’s not only just read Monica Miller’s book,