One of the reasons Formula 1 feels so personal to fans is that it’s not just about the cars, engineers, drivers, and paddock staff. Cameras also capture their life partners, who are there to support them every step of the way.
Recently, Ferrari star Charles Leclerc married his long-time girlfriend Alexandra Saint-Mleux in a beautiful, vintage-style ceremony attended only by close friends and family in Monaco. The couple has promised another celebration next year, likely with more loved ones.
With this, Charles joins the married club in the 2026 F1 paddock, alongside Sergio Perez and Nico Hulkenberg. While most other drivers are not yet married, their partners often steal the spotlight with their fashion sense and enthusiastic support. Let’s take a closer look at the wives and girlfriends of the top F1 drivers.
F1 Drivers Girlfriends:
Lewis Hamilton Rumored Girlfriend: Kim Kardashian
The seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has been romantically linked with global business mogul and reality star Kim Kardashian in 2026.
Though they are friends for years, their relationship gets almost confirmed after private trips near Lake Powell, Arizona/Utah, following their first public appearance together at Super Bowl LX.
Reportedly, the pair are enjoying exclusive vacations, blending privacy with public appearances while keeping their personal lives largely out of the media spotlight.
Oscar Piastri – Girlfriend: Lily Zneimer
The McLaren driver Oscar Piastri has shared a loving, long-term relationship with British engineering graduate Lily Zneimer for over six years.
The couple met as teenagers at the prestigious Haileybury boarding school in England, and their bond has only deepened over time.
Lily keeps a quiet, low-profile life, but she’s often at the trackside, quietly working on her laptop while cheering Oscar on. Ambitious and driven herself, she is reportedly building a technical career in motorsport.
Max Verstappen Girlfriend: Kelly Piquet
Max Verstappen has been dating Kelly Piquet, daughter of three-time F1 World Champion Nelson Piquet and Dutch model Sylvia Tamsma, since 2020.
Kelly is a Brazilian model, columnist, and motorsport media personality. She has two daughters: Penelope, from a previous relationship with Daniil Kvyat, and Lily, with Verstappen, born in May 2025.
She is fluent in English, French, and Portuguese, as Kelly grew up across Europe and Brazil. In her professional career, she has worked with Vogue, Louis Vuitton, and Formula E.
George Russell Girlfriend: Carmen Montero Mundt
The Mercedes ace George Russell has been in a relationship with Carmen Montero Mundt since 2020, having met through a mutual friend in London.
Born in Spain in 1998, she moved to the UK at 18 and earned a bachelor’s in business management and finance from the University of Westminster, plus a diploma in asset allocation and risk management from the University of Geneva.
Carmen has worked in investor relations at Ruffer LLP and as a consultant at Delta Capita. She often travels to watch Russell race, supporting him with enthusiasm and sharing adventures worldwide.
Carlos Sainz Girlfriend: Rebecca Donaldson
The Williams driver Carlos Sainz has been dating Scottish model and entrepreneur Rebecca Donaldson since mid-2023.
Rebecca hails from Scone, Scotland, and began modeling after winning the Face of 2011 pageant. She has appeared in Vogue Ukraine, Marie Claire Mexico, and other fashion editorials.
During the 2020 lockdown, she launched her own activewear brand, Muse Activewear, embracing entrepreneurship over traditional office work.
Rebecca has been a steady presence at Sainz’s races, and was there during his recovery from surgery in Madrid.
Lando Norris Ex-Girlfriend: Margarida Corceiro
Lando Norris was in a relationship with Portuguese actress and model Margarida Corceiro, also known as Magui, on and off between 2023 and 2025.
The pair were often spotted together as Norris pursued his first F1 World Championship, which he clinched in Abu Dhabi in 2025 by just two points.
Corceiro, 23, is also an influencer and swimwear entrepreneur, and previously dated football star Joao Felix. Known for her fashion sense and charm, she has been sportted supporting Norris trackside. But now, reportedly, they are separated.
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