Le Mans Cup 2026: Vijay Flags Off Ajith Kumar’s Silverstone Race As Trisha Krishnan Cheers From Stands
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay officially flagged off Ajith Kumar's Michelin Le Mans Cup race at the UK's Silverstone Circuit, where a warm hug between the two Kollywood icons quickly went viral. Actress Trisha Krishnan joined Vijay in the grandstands to cheer for Ajith's racing team during the high-profile event.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay joined actor-racer Ajith Kumar at the Silverstone Circuit in the UK, where he officially flagged off the Michelin Le Mans Cup race, creating a high-profile Kollywood crossover that quickly went viral on social media. Radikaa Sarathkumar Reunites With Ajith Kumar, Trisha Krishnan As Vijay Prepares To Flag Off Le Mans Silverstone Race.
Vijay attended the event as a special guest of honour and waved the ceremonial green flag to start the 44-car grid. Ajith Kumar competed for his team, Ajith RedAnt by Virage.
A viral moment from the event showed Vijay running towards Ajith and embracing his long-time industry colleague in a warm hug. The Silverstone Circuit itself joined the social media buzz by sharing a reel featuring Ajith Kumar alongside a reference to Vijay. Its Instagram caption read: "We heard @actorvijay and @ajithkumarracing were in town," prompting a strong reaction from fans.
Vijay and Ajith Kumars Reunion at Silverstone Steals the Show
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Vijay and Trisha Krishnan Cheer for Ajith Kumar from the Stands During Le Mans Cup Race
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One fan wrote, "Silverstone posting Kollywood wasn't in my bingo list for 2026." Another wrote, "Two Kings. One Frame. Millions of Goosebumps."
The Silver gathering drew further attention after actress Trisha Krishnan was spotted alongside Vijay and Minister Aadhav Arjuna in the grandstands, cheering for Ajith during the race. Vijay’s ‘Thirupaachi’ Re-Release Postponed To Avoid Box Office Clash With Son Jason Sanjay’s ‘Sigma’.
Trisha, who has been in London shooting for her upcoming project, was also seen in the paddock and watching the race in a few viral videos circulating on social media. Vijay's visit also had an official sporting purpose. His UK trip includes studying international sports infrastructure as part of plans to assist in developing a proposed "Motor Sports City" in Tamil Nadu.
