“The greatest driver of our generation,” Serena Williams boldly declared in a heartfelt shout-out to Lewis Hamilton during her post-match interview at the 2020 BNP Paribas Open. The 23-time GS winner even predicted Hamilton would surpass Michael Schumacher’s legendary 91 F1 wins.

While Lewis settled for 3rd at the Russian GP following the interview, he made history weeks later at the Portuguese Grand Prix, breaking Schumacher’s all-time record. Fast forward five years, Serena’s gracefully retired, and Lewis is still racing, but now, he’s also dominating fashion headlines. As he graced the cover of a top magazine, Serena couldn’t hold back her excitement.

Serena Williams and Lewis Hamilton share a powerful, long-standing friendship rooted in mutual respect and similar life journeys. Both rose from humble beginnings, defying the odds to become legends in their respective sports. Serena has never shied away from praising Hamilton, often listing him at the very top of her GOAT athletes list. The Williams sisters are frequent faces at Formula 1 races as well, often showing unwavering support for Hamilton, who has also described Serena as one of the few people he considers a true friend.

Who would have forgotten that 2022 interview with Time Magazine, when Serena gushed, “Hamilton, obviously, I mean, for me is like such a not only the greatest, but also he does so much and you know, he is an amazing guy.” That admiration hasn’t faded. Recently, as Hamilton turned heads with his bold fashion statement, Serena once again celebrated her friend’s evolution from track legend to a global style icon.

Just a while back, Hamilton took to IG to share his latest milestone, as he graced the cover of the iconic Vogue Met. Dressed in a timeless black-and-white tuxedo, Hamilton looked every bit the global fashion icon he’s become. Alongside the post, the 40-year-old added a caption that resonated with his fans around the world: “THE MET ISSUE. Thank you to Anna Wintour and the team at Vogue for this, it’s a tremendous honour. See you at the Met.” Not long after, Serena quickly re-shared the post to her IG story with a simple but heartfelt caption: “That’s my friend.”

For those unfamiliar, Hamilton isn’t just dominating racetracks: he’s redefining fashion norms. Appearing on the cover of Vogue is a major feat, but co-chairing the Met Gala? That’s history in the making. Hamilton’s elegance and bold presence continue to solidify his place as a true crossover star in both motorsport and style.

Even last month, the 7-time world champion gave Ferrari fans a reason to cheer during the second race weekend of the 2025 Formula 1 season. He claimed victory at the Chinese Grand Prix Sprint Race, starting from the pole and leading all 19 laps with masterful tire management. Serena was thrilled for her friend, as she celebrated with a cheerful, “Love you, see what happens when they let you be great! Let’s go! No more holding you back!”

As she toasts Hamilton’s victories, Serena has had her own moment to celebrate as well, with the growing success of her beauty brand, WYN Beauty.

WYN Beauty, launched in April 2024, recently celebrated its first anniversary with a dazzling two-day pop-up event in LA. But for Serena Williams, this milestone wasn’t just about marking time, it was about honoring a dream year in the making. In a candid conversation with Shopify, she even revealed that the idea first sparked during a quiet moment at Wimbledon, while prepping in the locker room, a place where she’d spent years chasing glory.

More than a week after the LA celebration, Williams lit up her Instagram feed with a stunning carousel of photos. Dressed in effortless style, she posed confidently beside Wyn Beauty’s signature light green bus, capturing the bold, vibrant essence of the brand. Her energy was magnetic.

The 23-time GS winner added a playful yet powerful caption to the post: “This weekend we stepped out to celebrate the one year anniversary of @wyn. Grateful for every moment, every face, every win.. Thanks for riding with us—it’s just the beginning 💋.”

Though she’s stepped away from the tennis court, Serena is making an undeniable mark in the world of entrepreneurship with her thriving business ventures. One thing is certain: her passion, whether on the court or in the boardroom, remains as powerful, inspiring, and iconic as ever.