Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton Reportedly Trying to Avoid Triggering Kanye West

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According to sources, reality star Kim Kardashian and Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton are being very careful about their new relationship to avoid upsetting Kardashian's ex-husband, Kanye West. The pair are reportedly keeping things casual and 'using kid gloves' with their 'friends-with-benefits' situation, as they are 'concerned about what Kanye would think' since he was friends with Hamilton in the past.

Why it matters

Kardashian's relationship with West has been tumultuous, with the rapper making controversial public statements about her and her partners in the past. The couple is trying to navigate this new romance delicately to avoid further drama or conflict with West, who has a history of unpredictable behavior.

The details

Sources say Kardashian 'doesn't want to make this look like she is poking the bear' with West, and that both she and Hamilton 'know that this could trigger Kanye in so many ways.' The two are keeping things casual and not exclusively dating, with Hamilton not looking to be a 'stepdad' to Kardashian's four children with West. However, the children reportedly 'love' Hamilton, who has been a source of support for Kardashian as she co-parents with West.

• Kardashian and Hamilton's relationship took a romantic turn after they partied together at actress Kate Hudson's New Year's Eve party in Aspen, Colorado last month.
• The couple recently spent a 'very romantic' weekend together in Europe, staying at luxury hotels in the Cotswolds, England and London before traveling to Paris for an intimate dinner.