During the celebrations for Lando Norris’ world title, the spotlight also turned toward his partner. The new Formula 1 World Champion is certainly not the only driver who is consistently followed around the world by the person closest to him. Very often, behind a driver’s performance on track, there is much more than what fans see on television. No one knows this better than the partners of F1 drivers — constant, loyal presences supporting athletes who compete in one of the most demanding sports imaginable. Some partners are well known to fans because they appear frequently in the paddock, where cameras often capture them watching the race from the garage, just like Margarida Corceiro, girlfriend of the new champion Lando Norris. Others, however, prefer to stay away from the media spotlight. Here are the “WAGs” of the Formula 1 paddock.
Charles Leclerc and Alexandra Saint Mleux
The 2025 F1 season was not particularly satisfying for Charles Leclerc in sporting terms, but the Monegasque driver will still end the year with something special in his private life. The Ferrari driver announced that he will soon marry his girlfriend, Alexandra Saint Mleux. The couple made their first public appearance during the 2023 Wimbledon tournament. Alexandra, a 23-year-old French student of art history at a university in Paris, is very active on social media, where she enjoys a large following. She regularly accompanies Charles during his travels around the world for work and racing commitments.
Lando Norris and Margarida Corceiro
After securing the Formula 1 World Championship, Lando Norris embraced the people closest to him. Alongside his parents, he was greeted by Margarida Corceiro. Born on 26 October 2002 in Santarém, Portugal, she began her career as a model before becoming an actress. She first appeared in Portuguese soap operas and later made her film debut with Hermano Moreira’s movie “Hotel Amor.” For several years she was in a relationship with footballer João Félix — formerly at AC Milan and now at Al-Nassr — before the two separated in 2023 while maintaining good relations. She began seeing Norris last year, and their relationship became officially public at the beginning of 2025.
Oscar Piastri and Lily Zneimer
Lily Zneimer was present in Abu Dhabi, supporting Oscar Piastri. The two met during their time at Haileybury College, after the Australian driver moved to England to focus more effectively on his racing career. Their relationship began in their second-to-last year of school, and since then Lily has become an essential part of Piastri’s life. She frequently follows him during the Formula 1 season, often appearing in the paddock.
Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet
For four years, Max Verstappen has been in a relationship with Kelly Piquet. The Brazilian model is the daughter of Nelson Piquet, a three-time Formula 1 World Champion. Kelly is nine years older than the Red Bull driver — she is 37, while Max is 28. Their relationship became public in 2021. In 2025, Max and Kelly became parents to their daughter Lily, born on 2 May. Kelly also has another daughter, Penelope, from her previous relationship with former F1 driver Daniil Kvyat.
George Russell and Carmen Montero Mundt
Inside the Mercedes garage, George Russell can always rely on a supportive word from his girlfriend, Carmen Montero Mundt. Carmen works in finance as a broker and met the British driver through a mutual friend. Their first public appearance together dates back to the 2020 Mugello Grand Prix, when Russell was still racing for the Williams team. Since then, Carmen has been a constant presence at his side throughout his Formula 1 career.
Andrea Kimi Antonelli and Eliska Babickova
Andrea Kimi Antonelli wrapped up an intense 2025 season. On one hand, he learned enormously within the Mercedes environment; on the other, he was exposed to the pressure that comes with racing for a major team. Supporting him throughout this journey was his girlfriend, Eliska Babickova. Originally from the Czech Republic, Eliska shares Kimi’s passion for motorsport. She raced karts until 2023 with strong results before deciding to concentrate on her studies. She is 20 years old — one year older than Antonelli.
Carlos Sainz and Rebecca Donaldson
Carlos Sainz comes from a strong and satisfying season with Williams. Off the track, the Spanish driver has found happiness with Rebecca Donaldson. The Scottish model is one year younger than Sainz — he is 31, she is 30. They made their relationship public a year ago during an event in Milan. Before Rebecca, Sainz had ended a seven-year relationship with journalist Isabel Hernáez.
Alexander Albon and Lily Muni
Sport plays a significant role in the relationship between Alexander Albon and Lily Muni. Albon races in Formula 1 for Williams, while Lily is a professional golfer from China. She has notable wins on her résumé, such as the 2018 Prasco Charity Championship and a 2019 event on the LPGA Tour. The couple met thanks to the Netflix series “Drive to Survive.” At that time, Albon was also developing an interest in golf, making their meeting feel natural and immediate.
Fernando Alonso and Melissa Jimenez
For the past two years, Fernando Alonso has been in a relationship with Melissa Jimenez. She is a journalist for DAZN Spain and is 38 years old — six years younger than the two-time Formula 1 World Champion and current Aston Martin driver. Melissa was previously married to footballer Marc Bartra, with whom she has three children. Alonso also experienced a past marriage: from 2008 to 2011, he was married to Spanish singer Raquel del Rosario.
Lance Stroll and Marilou Belanger
Lance Stroll is in a relationship with Marilou Belanger. Both are Canadian, and they made their relationship public in 2024. Before meeting Marilou, the Aston Martin driver dated model Sara Pagliaroli, who is also involved in the fashion industry.
Pierre Gasly and Kika Cerqueira Gomes
Pierre Gasly and Kika Cerqueira Gomes met quite far from their professional worlds — their story, in fact, began on a dance floor. Gasly is a Formula 1 driver for Alpine, and Kika is a Portuguese model. They made their public debut as a couple at the Cannes Film Festival in 2023. Kika is 22 years old, seven years younger than Gasly, and she enjoys a massive following on social media.
Esteban Ocon and Flavy Barla
Since the end of 2023, Esteban Ocon has been in a relationship with Flavy Barla. She is a 22-year-old French medical student who is also a model and influencer. Flavy was first seen in the paddock with Ocon during the 2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, when the French driver was still racing for Alpine. Before this relationship, Ocon had been in a long-term partnership with Italian model Elena Berri.
Oliver Bearman and Alicia Torriani
Oliver Bearman was undoubtedly one of the most exciting revelations of the 2025 Formula 1 season. Supporting him during his first steps as a Haas driver is his partner, Alicia Torriani. Little is known about her, but her LinkedIn profile reveals that she earned a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management from the EHL Hospitality Business School in Lausanne, Switzerland. It appears that she began dating Bearman in the final months of 2024.
Nico Hulkenberg and Egle Ruskyte
The 2025 season will forever remain memorable for Nico Hulkenberg. The German driver achieved the first podium of his Formula 1 career, finishing third with Sauber at the British Grand Prix. He celebrated that milestone with his partner, Egle Ruskyte. The Lithuanian model and designer has been in a relationship with Hulkenberg since 2015. He proposed to her during a trip to Venice, and in 2021 the couple welcomed their daughter, Noemi Sky.
Gabriel Bortoleto and Isabella Bernardini
Gabriel Bortoleto impressed everyone in his Formula 1 debut season thanks to his speed with Sauber. The Brazilian driver, who considers Fernando Alonso one of his mentors, is always supported by his girlfriend, Isabella Bernardini. Like many Brazilian athletes, she spends much of her time in Europe. Isabella is currently pursuing a degree in computer science in Eindhoven, Netherlands. The couple has been together for nearly five years.
From future brides to new parents and childhood sweethearts, the 2025-2026 grid is full of love stories – proof that even at 300 km/h, there’s always time for romance.
