Martin Brundle found himself in an unexpectedly comical situation during his famous grid walk at the Singapore Grand Prix when he mistakenly identified Lewis Capaldi’s brother, Anthony, as the Scottish singer himself. The awkward exchange, broadcast live on Sky Sports, quickly spiraled into a viral moment filled with humor and secondhand embarrassment.
As Brundle roamed the Marina Bay Street Circuit, engaging with drivers, officials, and celebrities such as Jack Whitehall and David Corenswet, the mix-up unfolded. Spotting Anthony Capaldi in McLaren gear, Brundle enthusiastically greeted him with, “Lewis, wonderful to see you,” only to be swiftly corrected. Laughter followed as Anthony clarified, “Martin, I’m his brother,” prompting a light-hearted apology from the veteran broadcaster.
However, the real awkwardness came moments later when Brundle, apparently unaware, overlooked Lewis Capaldi’s attempt at a handshake. After expressing that he was a “big fan,” the Grammy-nominated singer extended his hand, only for Brundle to sign off and move on. Left hanging, Capaldi laughed off the snub by shaking his own hand and grinning at the camera, an act that immediately resonated with viewers online.
Social media erupted with commentary, many users humorously sympathizing with Capaldi’s unfortunate timing. One fan remarked, “Poor Lewis Capaldi – went for the handshake just a millisecond too late,” while another joked, “He took it like a champ; a Martin Brundle grid walk classic!” The incident was widely embraced as another unforgettable moment in Brundle’s long history of unpredictable grid interactions.
Despite the mishap, Capaldi maintained good spirits, later performing at the Padang Stage as part of the Grand Prix’s entertainment lineup. The singer’s self-deprecating humor and Brundle’s signature spontaneity together delivered an iconic moment that blended celebrity charm, sports energy, and classic live-TV chaos in perfect harmony.
