U.S. Senator Ted Cruz received a frosty reception from some at Formula 1's U.S. Grand Prix on Sunday, with boos ringing out as he took to the podium to present the winner’s trophy to Kimi Antonelli.

Boos were audible in social media videos showing the Republican approach the podium to present 20-year-old Italian driver with the trophy at the Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas.

“Midterms are coming up. People are already voting with their voice,” a Sky Sports commentator said during British TV coverge of the moment.

As Cruz handed the trophy to Antonelli, the crowd erupted into applause and cheers for the race winner.

Newsweek reached out to Cruz's office via email for comment.

This is a developing story; more to follow.