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# ![@KymIllman Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::60505763.png) @KymIllman Kym Illman

Kym Illman posts on X about mclaren, abu dhabi, lando norris, oscar piastri the most. They currently have XXXXXX followers and XXX posts still getting attention that total XXXXXXX engagements in the last XX hours.

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### Social Influence

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[formula 1](/list/formula-1)  #298 [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands)  #859 [luxury brands](/list/luxury-brands)  #493 [stocks](/list/stocks)  #4721 [countries](/list/countries)  XXXX% [finance](/list/finance)  XXXX% [social networks](/list/social-networks)  XXXX% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands)  XXXX% [fashion brands](/list/fashion-brands)  XXXX% [nascar](/list/nascar)  XXXX%

**Social topic influence**
[mclaren](/topic/mclaren) #27, [abu dhabi](/topic/abu-dhabi) #43, [lando norris](/topic/lando-norris) #45, [oscar piastri](/topic/oscar-piastri) #106, [drivers](/topic/drivers) #35, [max verstappen](/topic/max-verstappen) #369, [the first](/topic/the-first) #2676, [mercedes](/topic/mercedes) #1085, [lewis hamilton](/topic/lewis-hamilton) #202, [garage](/topic/garage) #1511

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### Top Social Posts
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"HAPPY WITH THAT Esteban Ocon finds himself in P8 for tomorrow's Abu Dhabi GP and was feeling visibly enthused by his performance in the final qualifying of the year. He was joined by his girlfriend Flavy as he made his way through the paddock after qualifying. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997332648109244812)  2025-12-06T15:49Z 39.6K followers, 5962 engagements


"LEWIS IN STYLE Lewis Hamilton is flanked by two Ferrari team members as he emerges from the garage on qualifying day here at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997216623778807907)  2025-12-06T08:08Z 39.6K followers, 13.7K engagements


"MOTHERLY LOVE Lando Norris mum Cisca was overjoyed as her son crossed the line to become champion today. She was also quick to offer her support to Oscar Piastri. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #OscarPiastri #LandoNorris #McLaren"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997679893228773537)  2025-12-07T14:49Z 39.6K followers, 60.7K engagements


"FINISHED WITH FINNISH 2026 Cadillac driver Valtteri Bottas mentioned to me today that he finds it easier to do interviews in English than to speak Finnish. Of course he spends a lot of time travelling the world with F1 and English is the first language; and he has made McLaren Vale in South Australia his new home. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996507336580399211)  2025-12-04T09:10Z 39.6K followers, 20.9K engagements


"YUKI STEPS ASIDE Yuki Tsunoda will hand over his seat in FP1 today with Arvid Lindblad taking the reins of his Red Bull as part of the mandatory rookie sessions each season. Despite the reduced track time Yuki should still be feeling confident heading into the weekend - he enjoys this circuit and has never been out-qualified by a teammate here. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #RedBullRacing #YukiTsuonda"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996835941588013503)  2025-12-05T06:56Z 39.6K followers, 75.9K engagements


"CELEBRATING IN STYLE Oscar Piastri is joined by his girlfriend Lily for the final race weekend of the season. Last night Oscar attended the annual drivers dinner while Lily hosted several of the drivers girlfriends for a birthday dinner of her own. Each guest was given a small drawing of themselves in an outfit theyd worn to the paddock this year - a lovely touch. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #OscarPiastri #McLaren"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996846319541911900)  2025-12-05T07:37Z 39.6K followers, 59.3K engagements


"FAMILY AFFAIR Charles Leclerc is joined in the paddock today by his fiance Alex and hell have his brother Arthur out on track for FP1 as the two take both Ferrari seats for the session. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #Ferrari #CharlesLeclerc"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996849531837714570)  2025-12-05T07:50Z 39.6K followers, 15.5K engagements


"THE LECLERCS ARRIVE It might have been a difficult year on track for Charles Leclerc and Ferrari but he hasn't let that stop him from winning off it He arrived today with his fiance Alexandra and he is no doubt focused on sending off the ground effect era Ferrari with a good result in quali later today. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997215206670287082)  2025-12-06T08:03Z 39.6K followers, 19.6K engagements


"KIKA N PIERRE Another pair to enter the paddock together today was Pierre Gasly and Kika Gomes. Pierre hits the track later today for the last qualifying session for Alpine as an engine manufacturer (Renault) with the team adopting Mercedes power in the new era of regulations. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997239865239273545)  2025-12-06T09:41Z 39.6K followers, 8013 engagements


"BRIEF DEBRIEF Lewis Hamilton was very short in his post-qualifying interviews after he was eliminated in Q1 for the third consecutive race. Speaking with Sky he offered a very short debrief of XX words and two head nods. He no doubt cannot wait for this season to end a spend some time unwinding to prepare for the new era of F1 in 2026. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997319477684269221)  2025-12-06T14:57Z 39.6K followers, 10.8K engagements


"SEALED WITH A KISS After completing his media duties Lando Norris sought out his girlfriend Magui in the crowd. The pair shared a brief but emotional conversation before parting with a kiss as Lando headed off to the podium. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #McLaren #LandoNorris"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997680774145827293)  2025-12-07T14:53Z 39.6K followers, 54.2K engagements


"THE MAN IN DEMAND Lando Norris the Championship Leader was flanked by cameras as he made his way into the paddock today ahead of a weekend where he could be crowned as the newest F1 World Champion. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996500074612858928)  2025-12-04T08:41Z 39.6K followers, 10.5K engagements


"ON A HIGH Kimi Antonelli arrived today for the final sprint weekend of the season with his girlfriend Eli riding the momentum from a very successful Las Vegas Grand Prix. The youngster secured P5 despite a time penalty and starting at the back of the grid - and was of course later promoted to P3 following McLarens double DSQ. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #KimiAntonelli #MercedesAMGf1"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994369877751005200)  2025-11-28T11:36Z 39.6K followers, 53.2K engagements


"RUSSELL READY TO ATTACK George Russell will start on the front row for todays sprint with data suggesting the Mercedes is quicker on the straights than Oscar Piastris McLaren - but will he be able to maximise that advantage Time will tell. Its been a superb season for George delivering his highest-ever points haul and nine podiums the most hes achieved in a single year. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #GeorgeRussell #MercedesAMGf1"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994731070047027465)  2025-11-29T11:32Z 39.6K followers, 19.1K engagements


"WE MADE HIM LAUGH Lando Norris came in this morning looking rather solemn head down but a group of around six photographers and cameramen eventually cajoled him into giving us a smile on what could be a massive day for him. Hes the only driver who can clinch the World Drivers Championship today - but to do that hell need to get himself ahead of Oscar Piastri who starts on pole. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #McLaren #LandoNorris"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1995078624064495656)  2025-11-30T10:33Z 39.6K followers, 52.1K engagements


"A NEW SHIRT FOR MAX Often drivers roll up without a team shirt requiring someone from the team to rush them out one along with a cap in this instance for Max. He will be in the X pm press conference with both Lando and Oscar today and it should be mightyinteresting. He is the reigning World Drivers' Champion and after looking like his defence was over early in the season he has managed to fight his way back into contention sitting just XX points behind leader Lando Norris. He has all the experience in a championship battle and will be deploying his expertise to gain an advantage over his two"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996511815652499924)  2025-12-04T09:28Z 39.6K followers, 29.7K engagements


"A TOUCH FOR GOOD LUCK Charles Leclerc admires the World Drivers' Championship trophy in the press conference today. Who does he think will win it Lando Norris #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996530531891036607)  2025-12-04T10:42Z 39.6K followers, 44.1K engagements


"A VERY HAPPY COUPLE Gabriel Bortoleto and Isabella Bernardini were all smiles as they entered the paddock for the final quali day of the season and the final quali day for the great Sauber name as they make the transition to Audi in 2026 #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997212368850255917)  2025-12-06T07:51Z 39.6K followers, 18.3K engagements


"BIG WEEKEND It was Lily Zneimer's birthday last Thursday and as you may have seen online she celebrated with several F1 girlfriends while in Abu Dhabi. She joined Oscar Piastri in the paddock today ready to support her boyfriend as he tackles the most important qualifying session of the year if he is to give himself a chance at his first WDC title #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997225337906688079)  2025-12-06T08:43Z 39.6K followers, 30.7K engagements


"GOODBYE GREEN Nico Hulkenberg arrived this morning ahead of the final race of the 2025 season. Hell start from P18 so itll take an impressive drive for him to reach the points- but its certainly not something we havent seen from him before. And of course today also marks his final outing as a Sauber driver before the team becomes Audi in 2026. Order a hand-signed/numbered Nico Hulkenberg A3 print at my insta SHOP or #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #NicoHulkenberg #Sauberf1"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997569876467044728)  2025-12-07T07:32Z 39.6K followers, 6923 engagements


"1457 DAYS Thats how many days Max Verstappen held the world title - but that incredible run comes to an end tonight. Despite taking victory today and overturning a deficit of more than XXX points it ultimately wasnt to be for Max. Speaking after the race he expressed only pride in what he and the team had achieved. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #MaxVerstappen #RedBullRacing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997683466515657059)  2025-12-07T15:03Z 39.6K followers, 10.5K engagements


"SOAKED IN CELEBRATION Lando Norris and the rest of the McLaren crew gathered for a group photo to mark the occasion. The moment the picture was taken the champagne began to flow - and Lando was quickly drenched in it. There wasnt a dry eye in the Norris family with Lando taking time to soak up the moment with them and with the team that has surrounded him for so many years. Order a Best of 2025 photo book and relive all the highlights of the season. Place your order by tomorrow afternoon (8th December Perth time) with priority delivery to receive it in time for Christmas. Any customs fees or"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997719136915411026)  2025-12-07T17:25Z 39.6K followers, 21.9K engagements


"A GREAT ROOKIE SEASON Oliver Bearman has also clocked out of F1 accompanied by his girlfriend Alicia. Ollie was one of the top-performing rookies this year and he has earned himself a break from driving very fast for a few weeks at least. #f1 #formula1 #f1testing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1998341401386307912)  2025-12-09T10:38Z 39.6K followers, 10.8K engagements


"MORE PADDOCK GLAMOUR Nico Hulkenbergs wife Egle accompanies the Sauber driver to work today looking resplendent in a brightly coloured dress. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #BrazilGP #Sauberf1 #NicoHulkenberg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1986780944573878368)  2025-11-07T13:01Z 39.6K followers, 257.8K engagements


"TSUNODA IN FIGHTING SPIRITS Yuki Tsunoda starts from fifth on the grid for todays sprint race. But it was another sport on his mind as he made his way into the paddock throwing a few shadow-boxing punches as he walked through. Its been a solid weekend for Yuki so far earning praise from Helmut Marko. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #RedBullRacing #YukiTsunoda"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994727871802155259)  2025-11-29T11:19Z 39.6K followers, 106.2K engagements


"A TOUCH OF ETIQUETTE As is customary Lando Norris sought out George Russell following the sprint to exchange pleasantries. As the pair shook hands George gave a respectful bow to his fellow Brit - much to the amusement of Zak Brown and Oscar Piastri who looked on. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #GeorgeRussell #MercedesAMGf1 #LandoNorris #McLaren"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994783787092185582)  2025-11-29T15:01Z 39.6K followers, 792.9K engagements


"A MAN IN DEMAND Max Verstappen arrived this morning ahead of what could be the weekend he secures his fifth world title. As he came through the swipe gates into the paddock he was met by a wall of waiting media. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #RedBullRacing #MaxVerstappen"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996838969019969631)  2025-12-05T07:08Z 39.6K followers, 9753 engagements


"STYLE IN SYNC Pierre Gasly and Kika Gomes are donning matching Alpine t-shirts today. Its not the first time Kika has been seen in team gear around the paddock and shes not alone - several of the drivers girlfriends have been giving subtle nods to their partners with their outfits throughout the season. Order a hand-signed/numbered Pierre Gasly A3 print at my insta SHOP or #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #Alpinef1team #PierreGasly"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996866897967542391)  2025-12-05T08:59Z 39.6K followers, 6839 engagements


"LEWIS IN DIOR For the past few days Lewis Hamilton has been walking through the garage to avoid the media. Today though he stepped out in this Dior outfit - not shying away from the cameras ahead of his final arrival into the paddock for the year. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #LewisHamilton #Ferrari"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997577198165762184)  2025-12-07T08:01Z 39.6K followers, 23.4K engagements


"OSCARS SHOT AT THE CROWN Oscar Piastri arrived for race day on what could be the day he earns his first World Drivers Championship. He starts from third with both of his title rivals ahead of him. For Oscar to take the crown today with a victory he'd need his teammate to finish P6 or lower - but as he said in yesterday until they cross the line ahead of me Ive got a chance. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #McLaren #OscarPiastri"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997582013570634134)  2025-12-07T08:20Z 39.6K followers, 11.9K engagements


"VERSTAPPENS FINAL PUSH Just like in the previous ten runnings of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Max Verstappen will be aiming to convert his pole position into victory. To claim his fifth World Championship with victory hed still need Lando Norris to finish fourth or lower. Wherever Max finishes today his remarkable charge back into the title fight - overcoming a deficit of over XXX points - is highly commendable. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #MaxVerstappen #RedBullRacing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997585106903478457)  2025-12-07T08:32Z 39.6K followers, 5653 engagements


"HOW IT STARTED VS HOW IT'S GOING Lando Norris at his very first F1 race in Australia 2019 and now his most recent race in Abu Dhabi 2025 as the newest Formula X World Champion #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997681848663609702)  2025-12-07T14:57Z 39.6K followers, 35.7K engagements


"CLOCKED OUT Valtteri Bottas has left the paddock tonight for the final time as a Mercedes driver even though his contract with the Brackley team doesnt end until midnight. When the clock strikes XX hell officially become a Cadillac driver - and I for one am looking forward to seeing him back on the grid in 2026. Order a Best of 2025 photo book and relive all the highlights of the season. Place your order by tomorrow afternoon (8th December Perth time) with priority delivery to receive it in time for Christmas. Any customs fees or tariffs will be covered by us. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997701969331339751)  2025-12-07T16:17Z 39.6K followers, 171K engagements


"OUT EARLY Ryo Hirakawa's Haas found the wall at Turn X just under two-and-a-half hours into testing here in Abu Dhabi. He was driving the 2025 car that raced on Sunday while Oliver Bearman is driving the "mule car" which is used to test the 2026 Pirelli tyres. #f1 #formula1"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1998301256482263488)  2025-12-09T07:58Z 39.6K followers, 173.4K engagements


"OUT OF OFFICE Charles Leclerc has finished his day of testing in Abu Dhabi and has clocked out of F1 for 2025. He left the paddock with Alexandra and the pair will no doubt enjoy the break from the track for the next few weeks. #f1 #formula1 #f1testing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1998337950434619578)  2025-12-09T10:24Z 39.6K followers, 16.6K engagements


"AFTERNOON SHIFT Oscar Piastri's final few hours of F1 action for 2025 are underway as he hits the track for the post-season testing with Pirelli's 2026 tyres fitted to his McLaren. #f1 #formula1 #f1testing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1998342820906615282)  2025-12-09T10:43Z 39.6K followers, 15.4K engagements


"DR MARKO DEPARTS It has been confirmed that Dr Helmut Marko will leave Red Bull at the end of 2025 after deciding to step down from his role. He leaves the team after more than XX years as the team's motorsport advisor overseeing X Constructors' and X Drivers' Championships. Of his departure Dr Marko said "Narrowly missing out on the world championship this season has moved me deeply and made it clear to me that now is the right moment for me personally to end this very long intense and successful chapter." Dr Marko's role at the team was notably finding and developing young talent through"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1998398255231541521)  2025-12-09T14:24Z 39.6K followers, 7953 engagements


"Heres the story about how F1 marshals rescued Zhou Guanyu after his 2022 Silverstone crash #f1 #f12025 #formula1 #f1news #f1drivers #britishgp #f1crash #zhouguanyu #silverstone"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1942027110400573622)  2025-07-07T01:05Z 39.6K followers, 6718 engagements


"THE BEST OF BAKU Here is a selection of my best images from the 2025 Azerbaijan GP. Like what you see You can find any of these pictures at #f1 #formula1 #azerbaijangp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1970731435053965525)  2025-09-24T06:06Z 39.5K followers, 3743 engagements


"BREAKING: Franco Colapinto SECURES ALPINE F1 SEAT for 2026 Check out my latest YouTube video for the details: #f1content #motorsport #racing #formula1 #francocolapinto"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1986646893628469334)  2025-11-07T04:08Z 39.5K followers, 9853 engagements


"GREENS THE COLOUR Nico Hulkenberg fresh from his first Q3 appearance of the season arrived in his team gear this morning. His wife Egle also opted for green - and I must say she looked resplendent. Order a hand-signed/numbered Nico Hulkenberg A3 print at my insta SHOP or #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content #BrazilGP #Sauberf1 #NicoHulkenberg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1987496650684633414)  2025-11-09T12:25Z 39.3K followers, 12.2K engagements


"CROWD PLEASER Nico Hulkenberg finished P9 to bring valuable points back to the Sauber garage. His close friendship with local favourite Gabriel Bortoleto made him a hit with the crowd throughout the weekend and he was sure to acknowledge the fans in Parc Ferme after the race. Order a hand-signed/numbered Nico Hulkenberg A3 print at my insta SHOP or #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content #BrazilGP #Sauberf1 #NicoHulkenberg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1987602987062038742)  2025-11-09T19:27Z 39.3K followers, 21.6K engagements


"TWO FROM THREE Max Verstappen claims victory at the Las Vegas GP his second win here in the three runnings of the event. He kept his composure at the start and led every lap after taking the lead from Norris at the race start. #f1 #formula1 #lasvegasgp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1992467534398833060)  2025-11-23T05:37Z 39.3K followers, 11.5K engagements


"A LENGTHY PROCESSION The final act of the post-race celebrations saw the top three make their way onto the mobile podium which takes place on track. Prior to this they were ferried to their interviews with David Coulthard and Sam Worthington by Terry Crews driving a pink Lego Cadillac. Then Mickey Mouse performed in front of the spectacular Bellagio Fountains as the drivers made their way to the podium. #f1 #formula1 #lasvegasgp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1992477320716656747)  2025-11-23T06:16Z 39.3K followers, 11.9K engagements


"HUGS FOR KIMI Andrea Kimi Antonelli's family were pleased with his great result embracing the young Italian in the paddock after the race. #f1 #formula1 #lasvegasgp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1992480370814537981)  2025-11-23T06:28Z 39.3K followers, 63.9K engagements


"DISNEY AND LECLERC Pierre Gasly and his trainer Ben depart the paddock after a long day here in Las Vegas and I asked him what scarf he was wearing to which he responded "Charles." It is indeed a piece from Charles Leclerc's limited edition merchandise release and he paired it with a Disney x Formula X sweater to keep himself warm. #f1 #formula1 #lasvegasgp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1992521369548935507)  2025-11-23T09:11Z 39.6K followers, 72.4K engagements


"QUICK CHAT George Russell was filmed entering the paddock by the Mercedes social media crew this afternoon which is a common sight among many teams. You will likely see the results of this on the Mercedes social media platforms at some point. #f1 #formula1 #qatargp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1993992807996948480)  2025-11-27T10:38Z 39.3K followers, 13.7K engagements


"ALL EYES ON LANDO Despite last weekend's disappointing disqualification Lando was all smiles this afternoon as he arrived for Media Day on what is a pleasant Doha afternoon with temperatures in the paddock around XX degrees Celsius. He can win his first WDC this weekend with XX points separating him and the two other title contenders in Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri #f1 #formula1 #qatargpc"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994000700334879026)  2025-11-27T11:09Z 39.3K followers, 27.2K engagements


"A CHALLENGER ENTERS The DSQ for both McLarens in Las Vegas means that Oscar Piastri stays within XX points of his teammate and Championship leader Lando Norris. As we saw in Sin City anything can happen and we are in for a treat over the next few days which is also a Sprint weekend. #f1 #formula1 #qatargp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994004876708200574)  2025-11-27T11:26Z 39.3K followers, 18.9K engagements


"A STYLISH MAN Esteban Ocon always looks the part when he wears his casuals into the paddock and never fails to greet our cameras with a wave. #f1 #formula1 #qatargp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994007196858745181)  2025-11-27T11:35Z 39.6K followers, 7343 engagements


"LOW-KEY LEWIS As has been the trend this season it was heads down for Lewis Hamilton as he popped down to the pit lane to greet some guests in front of the Ferrari garage where he was all smiles. #f1 #formula1 #qatargp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994029305387463060)  2025-11-27T13:03Z 39.3K followers, 13.6K engagements


"WHO GETS THE SEAT Isack Hadjar and Liam Lawson arrived in the paddock together this afternoon ahead of the only practice session of the weekend. Isack told the media yesterday that he knows hell be on the grid next year but as we wait for Red Bulls official announcement which seat - and what it means for Liam - remains a mystery. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #VCARB #LiamLawson #IsackHadjar"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994356449082757168)  2025-11-28T10:43Z 39.3K followers, 20.4K engagements


"TITLE DECIDER Lando Norris could clinch his first World Drivers Championship title this weekend provided he can fend off his rivals - Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri. The last time the WDC was sealed at the penultimate round was in 2009 with Jenson Button. Will Lando follow in the fellow Brits footsteps #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #LandoNorris #McLaren"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994371182984859696)  2025-11-28T11:41Z 39.6K followers, 5059 engagements


"ON TRACK TO FINISH STRONG The two Sauber drivers Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto made their way through the paddock deep in conversation. Over the year the pair have developed a strong friendship and will no doubt be looking to finish the season on a high. Last year this was the only track where the team scored points; this year has been a different story with their best finish coming on the podium. Order a hand-signed/numbered Gabriel Bortoleto or Nico Hulkenberg A3 print at my insta SHOP or #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #Sauberf1 #NicoHulkenberg #GabrielBortoleto"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994381689531891747)  2025-11-28T12:23Z 39.3K followers, 3760 engagements


"A RARE VERSTAPPEN STAT Yuki Tsunoda will start tomorrows sprint from P5 with his teammate Max Verstappen lining up alongside him in P6. This is the first time Max has been outqualified by a teammate since Azerbaijan 2024. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #RedBullRacing #MaxVerstappen #YukiTsunoda"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994477673771335973)  2025-11-28T18:45Z 39.6K followers, 38.5K engagements


"P4 FOR THE VETERAN Fernando Alonso will line up in P4 tomorrow. Of course Fernando has experience running near the front at this track having finished on the podium here with Alpine in 2021. Adquiere una impresin firmada a mano por Fernando Alonso visitando la TIENDA en #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #AstonMartin #FernandoAlonso"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994480128886186202)  2025-11-28T18:54Z 39.5K followers, 13.8K engagements


"POPULAR PAIRING One of the paddocks most popular driver pairings this season is Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon who are regularly spotted together sharing a laugh and some light-hearted conversation. Today theyll line up P12 and P15 for the sprint with the team saying theyll use the session to gather valuable data ahead of Sundays feature race. Order a hand-signed/numbered Ollie Bearman or Esteban Ocon A3 print at my insta SHOP or #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #Haasf1 #OliverBearman #EstebanOcon"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994732731624824962)  2025-11-29T11:38Z 39.6K followers, 4997 engagements


"ALL TO DO Pierre Gasly is joined by his girlfriend Kika today. Shes been to a number of races this season and their dog Simba often comes along too. Today it would take an awful lot of luck for Pierre to finish in the points for the sprint with the Alpine cars making up the back row of the grid. Order a hand-signed/numbered Pierre Gasly A3 print at my insta SHOP or #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #Alpinef1 #PierreGasly"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994734144450940986)  2025-11-29T11:44Z 39.6K followers, 12.7K engagements


"CONFIDENCE BOOST Despite a 5-second time penalty for track limits Yuki Tsunoda managed to hold on and finish fifth. He kept his racing clean and must be feeling confident in both himself and the car as we head into qualifying later today. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #RedBullRacing #YukiTsunoda"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994787162965889405)  2025-11-29T15:14Z 39.3K followers, 28.9K engagements


"DOUBLE POLE IN QATAR Oscar Piastri has gone fastest again around the Lusail Circuit and has secured his first grand prix pole since Zandvoort in August. All three championship contenders are in the top three and that sets us up for a thrilling start in tomorrow's race. #f1 #formula1 #qatargp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1994847509311520807)  2025-11-29T19:14Z 39.3K followers, 5789 engagements


"UNEXPECTED STOP / PARADA INESPERADA Williams driver Carlos Sainz was getting up to speed on his scooter after entering the paddock when a young fan grabbed his attention for an autograph. Carlos lines up in P7 today having become the first Williams driver to reach Q3 in Qatar. Suscrbete a mi canal de YouTube en espaol @kymillman_ES para ver mis ltimos videos de F1 doblados al espaol con IA de alta calidad #forumula1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #WilliamsRacing #CarlosSainz El piloto de Williams Carlos Sainz iba cogiendo ritmo en su scooter tras entrar en el paddock cuando un joven aficionado"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1995083984364097546)  2025-11-30T10:54Z 39.3K followers, 21.2K engagements


"WHAT CAUGHT ISACK HADJAR'S ATTENTION It was an incident unfolding in the Porsche Cup visible to him on the McLaren hospitality suite screen. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #IsackHadjar #VCARB"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1995087318999347267)  2025-11-30T11:07Z 39.6K followers, 11.7K engagements


"AN ITALIAN AFFAIR F1 driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli made his way down to congratulate fellow Italian Leonardo Fornaroli on his F2 championship. Last year's champion Gabriel Bortoleto was also in attendance in parc ferme. #f1 #formula1 #qatargpg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1995124167675384199)  2025-11-30T13:34Z 39.3K followers, 8835 engagements


"HULK OUT Contact between Nico Hulkenberg and Pierre Gasly brought Nicos evening to an early end and triggered a Safety Car. The McLaren drivers chose not to pit under it unlike the rest of the grid. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #Sauberf1 #NicoHulkenberg"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1995166868429005021)  2025-11-30T16:23Z 39.3K followers, 5583 engagements


"LOST FOR WORDS Oscar Piastri told his team he was speechless after the race having finished P2 following a strategic misjudgement from McLaren. Despite being the favourite to win the championship for much of the season he now finds himself third as we head into round XX sitting XX points behind Lando Norris. This is the first time since 2010 that well have three WDC contenders going into the final race. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #OscarPiastri #McLaren"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1995197151085793600)  2025-11-30T18:24Z 39.3K followers, 130.9K engagements


"Oscar Piastri FURIOUS with McLaren after QATAR F1 DISASTER"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1995365292604801144)  2025-12-01T05:32Z 39.3K followers, 23.1K engagements


"LECLERC SQUARED There will be two Leclercs on track in tomorrow's FP1 session with Arthur Leclerc taking over Lewis Hamilton's car to join his brother on track. He did the same last year and if you are wondering how their names will be displayed on the timing screens Charles will maintain his LEC abbreviation while Arthur will be referred to as LEL. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996479497122513206)  2025-12-04T07:19Z 39.3K followers, 7170 engagements


"NEW BULL ON THE BLOCK Red Bull's newest driver Isack Hadjar who will be taking over Yuki's seat in 2026 was one of the earlier arrivers for Media Day here in Abu Dhabi. #f1 #formula1"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996480767539499079)  2025-12-04T07:24Z 39.3K followers, 6637 engagements


"SEAT SECURED Liam Lawson is no doubt a happy man with the news that he will remain on the grid with VCARB in 2026 joined by British-Swedish youngster Arvid Lindblad. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996487247042953340)  2025-12-04T07:50Z 39.3K followers, 7277 engagements


"SCUDERIA FERRARI CLASS OF '25 As is tradition for Ferrari they have taken their team photos ahead of on-track action here in Abu Dhabi with the team lined up on track before Turn X. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996580015551520908)  2025-12-04T13:59Z 39.3K followers, 14.8K engagements


"EARLY ARRIVAL Liam Lawson was one of the first drivers to roll in this morning ahead of two practice sessions today. He wont be heading out on track until later this afternoon though with Ayumu Iwasa stepping in for FP1. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #LiamLawson #VCARB"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996832174704619668)  2025-12-05T06:41Z 39.3K followers, 3562 engagements


"GEORGE AND CARMEN IN GOOD FORM George Russell and his girlfriend Carmen were in high spirits as they made their way through the paddock today. Hell start from P4 on the grid and hell be feeling fairly upbeat with his chances today. And of course after the sprint I captured him bowing to Lando something I certainly havent seen before. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP #MercedesAMGf1 #GeorgeRussell"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1995095296863301646)  2025-11-30T11:39Z 39.6K followers, 12.8K engagements


"McLaren got the strategy wrong today allowing Max Verstappen to take the victory. The team will no doubt be discussing it long into the night. We now head to Abu Dhabi next week with three drivers still in contention for the Championship. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #QatarGP"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1995220085812662749)  2025-11-30T19:55Z 39.6K followers, 33.3K engagements


"ODD ONE OUT George Russell on his way in noted that most of the photographers had congregated in the shady spot unlike me. I was in full sun having got here late to shoot the driver arrivals. Fortunately I have my bucket hat on to protect me from the harsh desert sun - you can pick one up for yourself in the shop at #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996478346943774957)  2025-12-04T07:15Z 39.6K followers, 43.9K engagements


"ALWAYS HAPPY Pato O'Ward is one of the most delightful young drivers you will meet. He's big in IndyCar but is also a McLaren reserve driver and will be in Oscar Piastri's car for FP1 this race. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996491553154486289)  2025-12-04T08:07Z 39.6K followers, 7994 engagements


"HUGS FOR HAMILTON Lewis Hamilton was greeted at the paddock entry today by a young Australian fan whom he had met on previous occasions here. He stopped to hug her before walking into the track via Pit Lane which is unusual but it did save him some time having to navigate the paddocksecuritycheck. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996495979118232002)  2025-12-04T08:25Z 39.6K followers, 36.7K engagements


"OSCAR GRINS This fan caught Oscar Piastri's attention revealing a good luck wish in Arabic and English as he walked into the paddock. He visibly enjoyed the message of support ahead of a weekend where he takes to the track to battle Lando Norris and Max Verstappen for his first WDC #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996502260675744228)  2025-12-04T08:50Z 39.6K followers, 50.2K engagements


"LILYS LATEST LOOK Alex Albon and his girlfriend Lily arrived today with Lily sporting this marvellous orange handbag. Shes showcased a few memorable handbags this season - including one shaped like a pigeon. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #WilliamsRacing #AlexAlbon"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996838037573996572)  2025-12-05T07:04Z 39.6K followers, 9026 engagements


"A MOMENT FOR A FAN Lewis Hamilton took the more conventional route through the paddock today although he often opts for the side entrances to avoid the usual swarms of media. While making his way from the garage to the hospitality suite he was stopped by this young fan. Lewis shared a brief chat before heading on his way. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #LewisHamilton #Ferrari"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996850528119132524)  2025-12-05T07:54Z 39.6K followers, 12.4K engagements


"GLAMOUR COUPLE Esteban Ocon and his girlfriend Flavy have arrived for the final race weekend of the 2025 season with the pair in high spirits. Its warm and sticky today with two on-track sessions ahead. Order a hand-signed/numbered Esteban Ocon A3 print at my insta SHOP or #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #EstebanOcon #Haasf1"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1996857331456377019)  2025-12-05T08:21Z 39.6K followers, 8525 engagements


"VIVE LA FRANCE Isack Hadjar sported the newly released French FIFA World Cup 2026 goalkeeper jersey on his way into the paddock. The Nike-released jersey is "Hollywood-inspired" ahead of next year's World Cup in the USA Canada and Mexico. It would be interesting to see Isack in goal however given most F1 drivers are more suited to an outfield position #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997218250237632604)  2025-12-06T08:15Z 39.6K followers, 6121 engagements


"SPECIAL DELIVERY Carlos and Rebecca arrived together today accompanied by Carlos mentor Roberto Merhi. And why was he holding a Bouquet of flowers Well it was Lily Zneimer's birthday on Thursday so Rebecca dropped off the flowers at the McLaren hospitality suite as Oscar and Lily havenotyetarrived. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997220215587754422)  2025-12-06T08:23Z 39.6K followers, 686.5K engagements


"MAX REWARD Max Verstappen takes the final pole position of the season and sets us up for an exciting Abu Dhabi Grand Prix tomorrow a race where the driver on pole at the last has gone on towintherace. All of the top three title contenders will start at the front of the grid. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997322852056395868)  2025-12-06T15:10Z 39.6K followers, 35K engagements


"HEADING BACK TO THE GRID Valtteri Bottas entered the paddock for the final time as Mercedes reserve driver today as he prepares to return to the grid in a full-time seat with Cadillac next season. Having previously raced for Mercedes from 2017 to 2021 he rejoined the team this year in the reserve role. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #ValtteriBottas #MercedesAMGf1"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997573473581863163)  2025-12-07T07:46Z 39.6K followers, 6125 engagements


"A CHEEKY FAREWELL Isack Hadjar and Liam Lawson have built quite the reputation for their media antics at VCARB with the pair filming all sorts of content for social platforms. Some of you might remember one memorable moment when Isack sprayed me with a water gun from the hospitality suite. Today he jokingly gave a cameraman 'the finger' as he arrived in the paddock as a VCARB driver for the final time. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #IsackHadjar #VCARB"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997578595472998817)  2025-12-07T08:07Z 39.6K followers, 58.9K engagements


"MERCEDES CLASS OF 2025 As is traditional in Formula One the Mercedes team gathered this morning for their annual team photo. Both drivers sat at the front with their cars while reserve driver Valtteri Bottas added a touch of fun by lying down at the front. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #MercedesAMGf1"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997588262202888209)  2025-12-07T08:45Z 39.6K followers, 43.2K engagements


"SINNER VISITS MERCEDES Tennis player Jannik Sinner was chatting with Toto Wolff and George Russell today outside the Mercedes hospitality suite. Hell be watching the race from their garage later accompanied by his girlfriend Laila Hasanovic. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #MercedesAMGf1"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997601340520890560)  2025-12-07T09:37Z 39.6K followers, 76.3K engagements


"ALONSO POKES FUN Fernando Alonso was in high spirits during the drivers parade and the annual group photo. Before the photo was taken he treated all three title contenders to a quick back massage. His kindness then turned to mischief on the parade as he sprayed the trio with water while they spoke to the press. Adquiere una impresin firmada a mano por Fernando Alonso visitando la TIENDA en #f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #FernandoAlonso #AstonMartin"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997640093335519407)  2025-12-07T12:11Z 39.6K followers, 12.8K engagements


"GOODBYE DRS Rookie driver Kimi Antonelli wasnt able to score points today finishing P14 - but he still etched his name into the history books for another reason: he became the final driver ever to press the DRS button. #formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #MercedesAMGf1 #KimiAntonelli"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1997698968264782094)  2025-12-07T16:05Z 39.6K followers, 14.1K engagements


"NEW THREADS Post-season testing is in full swing and Isack Hadjar has suited up as a Red Bull driver for the first time. #f1 #formula1 #postseasontesting"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1998300200138379666)  2025-12-09T07:54Z 39.6K followers, 37.8K engagements


"BRING YOUR FAMILY TO WORK DAY Lando Norris is now an F1 Champion but he can't rest just yet as both McLaren drivers are still here in Abu Dhabi for the post-season test. Joining Lando at the track is his mum Cisca who is on the pit wall his sisters Flo and Cisca and Cisca's boyfriend Callum. #f1 #formula1 #f1testing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1998307017224507648)  2025-12-09T08:21Z 39.6K followers, 148.6K engagements


"DRIVING THE MULE Both Ferrari drivers are at the track for the post-season testing in Abu Dhabi with Charles Leclerc behind the wheel of the "mule car" at the moment. But what does that mean Well Pirelli needs to test its 2026 tyres to gather data ahead of next year so they are being fitted to all of the cars driven by the team's contracted drivers. These cars have been adapted to emulate next season's reduced downforce cars which also includes a XXX km/h speed limit for the mules. #f1 #formula1 #f1testing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1998311572465229929)  2025-12-09T08:39Z 39.6K followers, 23.4K engagements


"AU REVOIR The sun has set in Abu Dhabi and the F1 cars are now back in their garages as we conclude the day of testing. Leaving the paddock after his shift ended was Esteban Ocon and his girlfriend Flavy with the pair giving me a smile and a wave. As with the other XX drivers who participated in testing he can now enjoy a few weeks off before getting back to work with Haas as they prepare for the new era of F1 regulations. #f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp"  
[X Link](https://x.com/KymIllman/status/1998406136978874401)  2025-12-09T14:55Z 39.6K followers, 13.2K engagements