Hamilton, 41, has appeared to be in a relationship with the reality television star since the start of the year.

The 24-year-old Italian extended his Masters 1000 winning run to 22 matches.

At the draw in Monte Carlo, the revamped 36-team competition threw up a showdown with the Scottish champions and a repeat of Villa’s finest hour, their European Cup victory over Bayern in 1982

The seven-time world champion and Mercedes have been on the backfoot so far this season.