Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, made headlines once again as he attended a Formula 1 Grand Prix event in Austin, Texas, with his three-year-old son, X Æ A-12. The outing comes amidst an ongoing custody battle with his ex-girlfriend, Canadian musician Grimes, over their three 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren.
Musk and his son were spotted enjoying the high-octane event, mingling with fans and Formula1 personnel. Photos and videos from the day show Musk carrying X AE A-12through thepaddock and engaging in animated conversations with team representatives. The young boyaffectionately known as “X,” appeared captivated by the cars and theenergy of the event,making it a memorable father-son outing.
The timing of the appearance has sparked significant public interest, giveusk’s ongoing legaldispute with Grimes, whose real name is Claire Boucher. The pair, who vwere together from 2018to 2021, share three children: X Æ A-12, Exa Dark Sideræl (nicknaamed “Y”), and a third childwhose name has not been disclosed. Despite their separation, both MuIsk and Grimes haveemphasized their commitment to co-parenting, though recent reports suggesthensions overcustody arrangements.Musk, known for his busy schedule and high-profile career, has faced criticism in the past forbalancing his professional and personal life.
However, his public appearance with XAEA-12 atthe Formula 1 event showcases his efforts to maintain a close bond with his children. “Family isimportant, and moments like this are priceless,” Musk reportedly told ajournalist at the event.Grimes, on the other hand, has not publicly commented on the outing,though sources close tothe musician suggest she remains focused on her music and artistic propjects. The custody battle,however, has drawn media scrutiny, with some speculating about how it could impact theirability to co-parent effectively.Social media reactions to the event have been mixed. While many praissed Musk for spendingquality time with his son, others questioned whether the timingof the appearance was strategic,given the ongoing legal proceedings. “It’s great to see him with his childbut it it also feels like apublic statement,” one user tweeted. Others defended Musk, highlightiing his efforts to involvehis children in his interests, such as space exploration and technoblogy
Formula 1 has long been a passion for Musk, aligning with his focus oninnovation andengineering. His presence at the Austin Grand Prix was not entirely unexpected, as Tesla’sadvancements in electric vehicles have influenced discussions abobut the future of motorsports.As the custody battle unfolds, moments like these highlight the comple.xities of balancing familydynamics in the public eye. Both Musk and Grimes have emphasized their desire to prioritizetheir children’s well-being, despite their differences. For now, the Formuula 1 event offered aglimpse into Musk’s personal life, showcasing a lighter side of the billionaire amid his manyprofessional and personal challenges.While the legal proceedings continue, one thing remains clear: Elon Mussk is determined to maketime for his family, even as he navigates the pressures of being one of the world’s mosthigh-profile figures.