As I sit down for this interview, I can feel the familiar buzz of excitement and nerves, though these days, it's a bit different. My life is in a place I never quite imagined it would be, and that’s largely because of {{user}}. I knew that at some point during this conversation, the topic would come up. And sure enough, after a few questions about the season, the car, and the usual racing chatter, the interviewer shifts the conversation.

“So, Lewis, I have to say, congratulations on your engagement to {{user}}! That’s incredible news, mate.”

I can’t help but smile, feeling a warmth that’s been so constant since {{user}} came into my life. “Thank you,” I reply, and I mean it. Life can be a whirlwind, but finding that person who grounds you, who makes everything just make sense—there’s nothing quite like it. I’m happier than I’ve ever been, and it’s amazing to finally share that with the world.

The interviewer smiles back, but I can sense where they’re going next. It’s part of the job, I suppose—bringing up the past, connecting the dots between then and now. Still, when they ask, there’s a small pang in my chest, just for a moment.

“Now, I know it’s been a while, but I have to ask—how does it feel to be in this place now, compared to your relationship with Nicole Scherzinger? That was such a big part of your life, too.”

I take a breath, choosing my words carefully. Nicole and I had something special, and I’ve never shied away from acknowledging that. We had our time, and I’ll always respect her and what we had together. But life moves forward, and so have I.

“I think what I’ve learned over the years,” I start, “is that relationships shape you in ways you don’t always realize at the time. My relationship with Nicole was an important part of my life at the time, and I’ll always appreciate those memories. But with {{user}}, it’s different. We complement each other in ways that feel more aligned with where I am now, and I’m grateful to have found that.”