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Who are the F1 WAGs? Meet the wives and girlfriends of Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris and Max Verstappen

The 2024 Formula 1 season is nearing its conclusion, and it’s certainly turning into an exciting time on the track. Reigning world champion Max Verstappen is currently leading, however, Lando Norris and the McLaren team have consistently put pressure on him and the Red Bull Team, so who wins will be anyone’s guess!

Off the track, several drivers on the grid have managed to find love, with some even walking down the aisle or welcoming children with their beaus, but is this the case for Lewis Hamilton? And what of other star drivers on the grid like Lando and Max?

Keep scrolling to meet the WAGs of F1…

Lewis Hamilton holding a microphone in a black shirt© Clive Rose

Lewis Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton is currently believed to be single, but the seven-time world champion has been linked to many high-profile names over the years. The driver is most known for his on/off relationship with Pussycat Dolls singer Nicole Scherzinger which lasted for seven years. During their time together, the former couple sparked several engagement rumours, but it was never to be…

The star has since been linked to names like Nicki Minaj, Kendall Jenner, Winnie Harlow, Rita Ora, Rihanna, Viktoria Odintcova and Camila Kendra. Last year, Lewis was linked to singer Shakira following her split from husband Gerard Pique. Rumours of their coupling were sparked when he was snapped picking her up in a speedboat outside of her Miami-based property. The Whenever, Wherever singer has also been spotted going out for dinner with Lewis and joining him at the Spanish Grand Prix, however it appears that they haven’t gone further.

More recently, Lewis has been linked to model Juliana Nalu, the ex-girlfriend of rapper Kanye West. The pair have been spotted at several events and during a New Year’s bash, the driver was seen reaching for her hand. Fans also note that in 2022, they were both on an Arctic cruise, with the location potentially being where they first met. The pair have since split with the F1 driver reportedly spotted on celebrity dating app Raya.

Lewis previously told The Times in 2018 that his love life was “non-existent”.

Split image of Lando Norris and Margarida Corceiro© Getty Images

Lando Norris

Lando Norris is a firm favourite amongst the F1 fanbase, and the 24-year-old British driver has been linked to model Margarida Corceiro following her split from João Félix. The duo were first linked when Lando drove her and João around while the pair were still dating and were spotted again following her split from the footballer. Neither have officially confirmed a relationship and Margarida didn’t comment on the driver’s maiden victory.

The racing ace previously dated Portuguese model Luisinha Oliveira. The pair were quite an item, with the beauty even attending the BRIT Awards with the sportsman in 2022. However, in September, he confirmed they had gone their separate ways. “After time and consideration, Luisa and myself have mutually decided to end our relationship but remain good friends,” he said in a statement. “I wish her the world and have so much respect for her and all she does as an amazing and strong woman with nothing but kindness.”

Black-and-white photo of Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet kissing© Instagram

Max Verstappen

Max Verstappen is currently dating Brazilian model and journalist Kelly Piquet, the daughter of three-time F1 world champion Nelson Piquet. The couple announced their relationship with a beautiful snap as they cosied up on a Brazilian beach. Rumours about their relationship began in October 2020 when Max commented on one of her Instagram posts.

Speaking to Blick about walking down the aisle with Kelly, Max teased: “Marry? Me? Now you’ve publicly pressured me into saying a date. I don’t know, time will tell. Right now, I’m very, very happy with Kelly. But personally, I don’t have a schedule for when I’m going to get down on one knee in front of her. It’s all supposed to happen spontaneously.”

Kelly previously dated Max’s F1 rival, Daniil Kvyat, and the former couple share a daughter, Penelope Kvyat, aged four. The pair were together from January 2017 to December 2019. The 35-year-old is well-known in the motorsport world, as the PR practitioner has been handling social media for Formula-E since 2015.

Charles Leclerc walking with Alexandra Saint Mleux, who is carrying a dog© Kym Illman

Charles Leclerc

Charles Leclerc is dating model and influencer Alexandra Saint Mleux, with the driver confirming the news when speaking to Gala France. The 22-year-old has been seen with Charles at several Grand Prix and the couple were even spotted in attendance at Wimbledon.

The Ferrari driver previously dated Italian model Giada Gianni for four years, between 2015 and 2019, but the pair split with Giada saying Charles wanted to focus on his Ferrari career.

Charles also dated student Charlotte Sine. In a statement, following his split from Charlotte, Charles wrote: “Hello everyone, Charlotte and I have decided to end our relationship and we remain good friends. We have shared so many great moments and she is and always will be a very special person to me.”

George Russell and Carmen Montero Mundt snuggled together on a boat© Instagram

George Russell

George Russell is currently dating financial broker Carmen Montero Mundt, with the couple first being spotted in the paddock at 2019’s Tuscan Grand Prix. The couple met through a mutual friend and Carmen regularly joins her beau at motor events. George has sweetly called his girlfriend “incredibly supportive”.

George previously dated Seychelle de Vries, the sister of former Formula 1 driver, Nyck de Vries.

Carlos Sainz Jr and Rebecca Donaldson kissing© Kym Illman

Carlos Sainz Jr.

Carlos Sainz Jr. might be leaving Ferrari at the end of the season, but the driver has managed to win the heart of Scottish model Rebecca Donaldson. The couple went official when they were spotted walking together in Milan.

The star previously had a low-key relationship with press officer Isabel Hernaez, with the pair staying out of the public spotlight. However, in an interview with HELLO’s sister publication, Hola, she confirmed the couple had split. She said: “I’ll keep the good, of course, always. And I wish him all the happiness.” Meanwhile, Rebecca previously dated Keeping Up with the Kardashians star Scott Disick.

Sergio Perez and Carola Martinez walking in face masks© Mark Thompson

Sergio Perez

Sergio Perez married his wife, 26-year-old Carola Martinez, on 3 June 2018. The couple began seeing each other in 2017 after meeting at a disco and have since welcomed four children into their family, two sons and two daughters. Sergio Jr., was born on 21 December 2017, and they welcomed daughter Carlota on 15 September 2019, their third child, Emilio, was born in May 2022 and their final daughter, whose name hasn’t been publicly shared, was born in September 2023.

Speaking about how important family is to him, Sergio shared: “That’s why I hired a mental coach because my family deserves to have that cheerful father at home.”

Sergio has even said he wouldn’t mind his children following in his footsteps, explaining: “I would love for [them] to be close to sports because it is a way to be away from the vices and bad things in the world.”

Oscar Piastri and Lily Zneimer walking at an F1 paddock© Clive Rose – Formula 1

Oscar Piastri

Oscar is currently flying near the top and the Australian is in a long-term relationship with his girlfriend, Lily Zneimer, who he met at school. Student Lily can sometimes be seen supporting her boyfriend at key sporting events. They attended the Autosport Awards together and the pretty brunette accompanied her beau to several events.

Speaking on the Eff Won podcast, the driver shared how the duo prefer to live outside of the spotlight. “We keep it private, [but] not secretive like some relationships are,” he explained. “We keep it to ourselves and try to be out of the spotlight and just love normal lives.”

Daniel Ricciardo and Heidi Berger on a boat, with Daniel kissing her© Instagram

Daniel Ricciardo

Fans were thrilled when Daniel was welcomed back into the F1 fold during the middle of last season, and the Australian is currently dating Austrian actress Heidi Berger, who is also the daughter of former F1 driver Gerhard Berger. The couple only went official in 2022, but the pair are believed to have started dating in 2021 with the duo spotted together on several occasions.

Split image of Fernando Alonso in puffer jacket and Melissa Jiminez© Getty Images

Fernando Alonso

While Fernando is officially single, the Spanish driver has already been linked to several high-profile names. Some fans linked him with Taylor Swift, with Fernando even cheekily using her music in a social media post and winking at the camera. He has been linked with Spanish journalist Melissa Jiminez. Like his ex-girlfriend Andrea, Melissa works in the F1 paddock for DAZN.

Fernando was previously married to Spanish singer Raquel de Rosario. The couple married in 2006, but announced their divorce in 2011, stating that while they were separating as a married couple they would continue to remain good friends. Fernando also dated Italian model and actress Linda Morselli.

Pierre Gasly and Kika Cerqueira Gomes hugging with the Sydney Opera House in the background© Instagram

Pierre Gasly

Pierre Gasly is currently dating model Kika Cerqueira Gomes. The driver was first linked with the beauty after they were spotted dancing together in a club, and they have shared several loved-up photos across their social media pages. Kika regularly joins Pierre at the track and the driver has called her his “lucky charm”.

The Frenchman has previously dated Ukrainian model Katerina Berezhna and aeronautical engineer Caterina Masetti Zannini.

Flavy Barla and Esteban Ocon sitting together© Instagram

Esteban Ocon

Esteban Ocon is currently dating model and medical student Flavy Barla. The pair went official with their relationship at last year’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, when Flavy was seen cheering her beloved on.

The French driver previously dated Italian model Elena Berri, with the pair first meeting in 2017, however they had a quiet split in 2023 with fans only finding out when they noticed that Esteban had unfollowed his former girlfriend on Instagram.

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Alexander Albon

Alexander Albon is currently dating professional golfer Lily Muni. The pair have been dating each other since 2019 and frequently appear in loved-up poses with one another on their respective social media pages. In one sweet post, the Chinese sportswoman said she was “very lucky” to have Alexander in her life.

Valterri Bottas and Tiffany Cromwell with glasses of alcohol sat at a wooden table outfit© Instagram

Valtteri Bottas

Valtteri Bottas is currently dating Australian Olympic cyclist Tiffany Cromwell with the pair reportedly meeting at a pub in Monaco. The couple confirmed their relationship in a post on Valentine’s Day in 2020. Tiffany currently rides for the UCI Women’s WorldTeam Canyon-SRAM team, and has won numerous silver and bronze medals in cycling competitions.

Valtteri was previously married to Olympic swimmer Emilia Pikkarainen. The couple began dating in 2010 and married in 2016. In November 2019 they announced their divorce, with the driver citing the “challenges my career and life situation bring.”

Lance Stroll walking with Marilou Belanger in an F1 paddock© Kym Illman

Lance Stroll

Lance Stroll is currently dating Canadian model Marilou Belanger, with the pair confirming their relationship with the most loved-up post. Lance previously dated Italian model Sara Pagliaroli.

Kevin Magussen with his wife and daughter© Instagram

Kevin Magnussen

Kevin Magnussen will be cheered on from the sidelines by wife Louise Gjorup. The pair like to keep their marriage out of the spotlight and married in a private ceremony in 2019.

Kevin became a father for the first time in 2021 as Louise gave birth to daughter Laura in January. The Dane shared a sweet post with his baby girl when she was born explaining that she was seven weeks premature, but it’s clear she’s now in fine health. The duo welcomed daughter Agnes in April 2023.

Yuki Tsunoda in a white outfit© Qian Jun/MB Media

Yuki Tsunoda

Yuki Tsunoda has confirmed that he is in a relationship, however, the Japanese ace has kept her identity out of the public eye. He confirmed the news during a Twitch stream where he simply said he had a girlfriend. During an interview with Red Bull Japan in 2023, he only shared that the couple speak frequently.

Nico Hulkenberg with wife and daughter on the beach© Instagram

Nico Hulkenberg

Nico Hulkenberg can be sure to count on the support of wife, Egle Ruskyte. The German driver began dating the Lithuanian fashion designer and model back in 2015, and he romantically proposed to her in 2020 during a trip to Venice.

In 2021, the pair welcomed their first child, a daughter they named Noemi Sky.

Nico previously dated police officer Laura Zinnel.

Guanyu Zhou in green overalls© Qian Jun/MB Media

Guanyu Zhou

Guanyu Zhou is currently believed to be single.

Franco Colapinto sitting on a sofa© YURI KOCHETKOV/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock

Franco Colapinto

Franco Colapinto has gotten a baptism of fire as he replaced Williams driver Logan Sargaent halfway through the season.

The Argentine was previously linked with law student Estelle Langinier.

Source: HelloMagazine

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