At a Glance
- Formula 1 driver Alex Albon and pro golfer Lily Muni revealed their engagement on Instagram on January 16
- The couple, together since 2019, credit their shared rookie seasons and athletic lifestyles for their bond
- Fellow drivers including Carlos Sainz and Yuki Tsunoda flooded the post with congratulations
- Why it matters: The high-profile pairing unites two global sports and highlights how social media sparks real-world relationships
Formula 1’s Alex Albon and LPGA standout Lily Muni are heading down the aisle. The duo shared a post-proposal selfie on Friday, January 16, confirming years of quiet speculation about their off-course romance.
The Instagram Reveal
Albon, 29, and Muni, 26, posted a joint photo showing Muni’s new ring. “I guess we’re stuck with each other now ❤️😊,” Albon captioned the image. Within minutes, congratulatory messages arrived from Sainz, Tsunoda, Franco Colapinto, Daniil Kvyat, and other racing peers.
From DMs to Fairways
The couple’s origin story began in 2019 when both were rookies in their respective sports. Muni, battling a form slump, binge-watched Netflix’s Drive to Survive after friends suggested it might offer perspective on performing under pressure. She followed several drivers on social media; Albon, newly interested in golf, followed her back.
- Mutual Instagram follows turned into phone calls
- Both were 2019 rookies-Albon in F1, Muni on the LPGA Tour
- Their first in-person meeting came after Albon raced in Texas and stopped in Los Angeles for a golf getaway
Athlete-to-Athlete Connection
Albon told Golfweek in 2022 that their shared profession makes the relationship work. “We’re both athletes. It’s a pretty cool place because also, on top of everything, we understand and we get each other,” he said. He noted that long-distance stretches feel natural because each needs solitary practice time.
Muni echoed the sentiment, telling the same outlet, “We started our sports as rookies, and we’ve gone through tough times together. The highs and lows of being an athlete, I think you can resonate that with any athlete.”
Support System
Albon has repeatedly called Muni one of his biggest backers. Speaking to News Of Los Angeles in 2022, he explained, “You need a very strong circle around you. I have a very strong circle. Leaning on them, that’s where you get your inner peace, but also your motivation.”
Key Takeaways
- Engagement news arrives five years after the couple’s first Instagram exchange
- Both athletes credit rookie-year parallels for their emotional compatibility
- Fellow drivers quickly celebrated the announcement online
- The pair continue to juggle global travel schedules while planning a wedding
