Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk, the wealthiest man alive, made a rare public appearance with his 3-year-old son, X Æ A-12, at a Formula 1 event in Austin, Texas. The sighting comes as Musk remains embroiled in an ongoing custody dispute with his former partner, Grimes (Claire Boucher).

A Father-Son Bonding Moment at F1

Musk, known for his passion for fast cars and cutting-edge technology, attended the United States Grand Prix with young X, who was seen enjoying the high-speed spectacle alongside his father. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO, often seen in the public eye for business matters, seemed to embrace the moment as he spent time with his son at the high-profile racing event.

Custody Battle with Grimes

The outing comes amid legal tensions between Musk and Grimes, who recently filed a custody petition over their three children: X Æ A-12, Exa Dark Sideræl (Y), and Techno Mechanicus (Tau). Reports suggest that Grimes is seeking a formal custody agreement, as Musk has reportedly had significant control over their children’s whereabouts.

This legal battle has drawn public attention, especially as Musk continues to juggle his responsibilities as the head of Tesla, SpaceX, Neuralink, and X (formerly Twitter) while also navigating his complex family dynamics.

Musk’s Approach to Fatherhood

Despite his demanding schedule, Musk has publicly expressed his desire to be involved in his children’s lives. His appearance with X at the F1 event may signal his commitment to maintaining a presence in his children’s upbringing, even as legal proceedings unfold.

As the custody battle with Grimes progresses, all eyes will be on how the court case develops and whether it impacts Musk’s relationship with his children.