Hamilton and Cullen’s Reunion Sparks F1 Frenzy: What Really Happened?
MIAMI, May 8, 2025 — The Formula 1 world is reeling from a whirlwind of speculation and outrage following the leaked reunion of seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton and his former physiotherapist, Angela Cullen. The drama erupted after Hamilton’s cryptic statement to Sky Sports F1 during the Miami Grand Prix weekend, where he hinted at a personal and professional bombshell: “It changes everything.” Fans and media, already buzzing from Cullen’s appearance in Ferrari red at Bahrain testing, interpreted this as confirmation of a secretive, possibly romantic, reunion, igniting a firestorm across social platforms like X and Reddit.
Cullen, who worked closely with Hamilton from 2016 to 2023, was more than a physiotherapist—she was his confidante, often seen managing his race-day prep and providing emotional support. Their sudden split before the 2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix shocked fans, with rumors of a fallout fueled by tabloid claims of Hamilton’s “authoritarian” demands. Cullen’s subsequent move to IndyCar with Marcus Armstrong only deepened the mystery. However, her return to Hamilton’s side at Ferrari, confirmed by her presence at Maranello in January and Bahrain in February, has been anything but low-key. A now-deleted Instagram post from Cullen, showing her skiing in a red jacket with Hamilton’s race number 44 in the background, coincided with Hamilton’s own red-clad skiing post, sparking theories of a coordinated reveal.
The online backlash stems from a mix of betrayal and sensationalism. Some fans, like @F1GossipGirl on X, accused Hamilton and Cullen of “playing with fans’ emotions” by teasing a personal relationship without clarity, especially given Hamilton’s private nature and Cullen’s family life. Others, on Reddit’s r/formula1, slammed media outlets for hyping a “love scandal” based on thin evidence, arguing it distracts from Hamilton’s quest for an eighth title. Posts like “This is manufactured drama to sell clicks” from @RaceFanatic22 gained traction, reflecting frustration with outlets exaggerating the duo’s bond as romantic. Conversely, supporters like @LH44Forever celebrated the reunion, seeing Cullen’s return as a strategic move to boost Hamilton’s focus at Ferrari.
The truth appears less scandalous. Hamilton’s statement likely referred to Cullen’s professional return, not a romantic entanglement. He told Sky F1, “Having Ange back is exciting; we’ve gone through a lot together,” emphasizing her role in his Ferrari transition. Yet, the lack of transparency and the suggestive social media posts fueled misinterpretations. As Hamilton prepares for Monaco, the F1 community remains divided: Will Cullen’s presence propel him to glory, or will this drama overshadow his season? The paddock is watching, and the speculation shows no signs of slowing down.
