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Meet the Glamorous WAGs Supporting Their F1 Champions at the Australian Grand Prix!

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With the conclusion of the sports-filled summer, enthusiasts of tennis and cricket are eagerly seeking fresh entertainment to immerse themselves in.

As a devoted sports enthusiast, I’ve found myself drawn away from Rugby and AFL this week, as my focus has shifted towards the excitement of the upcoming Australian Grand Prix. The race is revving up this weekend!

Additionally, alongside the champion racers competing at the Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne this year, we have their dedicated partners, often referred to as “WAGS.

In my role as a lifestyle expert, I find myself eagerly anticipating the thrilling moments when gentlemen of prestige prepare for their high-octane showdown on the racing track. Meanwhile, their glamorous companions have graced our shores in Australia, relishing in the limelight and opulence that comes with supercar season.

From the captivating allure accompanied by four-time world racing champion Max Verstappen, to an emerging style trendsetter and a model gracing the covers of prominent publications.

You’ve come across the wives and girlfriends of football players (Football WAGs) and tennis players (Wimbledon TWAGs). Now, get to know the partners of Formula One racers, a few of whom will be supporting their significant others during the upcoming race weekend.

Kelly Piquet 

Dating Max Verstappen

Kelly is the child of the three-time Formula One champion, Nelson Piquet, who reached the pinnacle of his racing career in the 1980s.

In December, it was announced that she and Max were preparing for the arrival of their first child as a couple. Previously, Kelly had a five-year-old daughter named Penelope with another partner.

Kelly, aged 35, boasts a diverse work history, with stints as a fashion model, an assistant stylist, a PR specialist, a blogger, and a columnist for Marie Claire magazine.

2015 marked a significant shift for her as she left the fashion industry behind and started managing social media for Formula E, the premier electric car racing series in the motorsports championship.

Kelly and Max, 27, first met in Monaco in 2016, when he was just 19 and she was 28. 

They dined with Nelson Piquet Jr, her brother, and as she looked back on the event with Vogue Netherlands in 2022, Kelly described it as a ‘special, enchanting moment’ that transpired that night.

However, they didn’t begin dating until 2020 after her relationship with another F1 star ended.

The pair made their romance public in 2021 when Max shared a photo of them on New Year’s Day. 

He expressed his hope that 2021 would be an extraordinary year for everyone, filled with prosperity, affection, and joy – much like what he himself experienced.

It’s said that the first boyfriend Kelly had was Antonio Pedro Marcondes Ferraz, but there isn’t much information available about him.

In 2012, they became engaged, only a year after they started dating. However, they ended their engagement in 2013.

Her most high-profile relationship was with former AlphaTauri (now RB) driver Daniil Kvyat. 

2017 saw Kelly and Daniil reportedly crossing paths multiple times at Formula One events, which was also the year their romantic relationship began.

In July 2019, they had Penelope but split up just five months after that.

Alexandra Saint Mleux 

Dating Charles Leclerc

Alexandra Saint Mleux, a popular figure on TikTok, won over her boyfriend, Charles Leclerc, more than a year back. They first appeared together publicly in March 2023.

In May of the same year, her racing driver love confirmed the budding romance.

After that, their bond has grown stronger and they were seen together at the Monaco Grand Prix gala dinner alongside Prince Albert and Princess Charlene, following Charles’s triumph in his home race earlier this year.

Apart from encouraging her swift-moving partner, she spends time recording daily life and home videos which are enjoyed by her 886,900 TikTok fans.

As a lifestyle connoisseur, I’m all about that high-end living, from my jet-setting adventures to designer wardrobe showcases and the occasional post from a lavish yacht.

As a devoted art enthusiast, I don’t merely find Alex captivating on her own, but I admire her deep appreciation for beauty that resonates throughout her being as an ardent art historian.

Rebecca Donaldson 

Dating Carlos Sainz

In 2023, Carlos Sainz began dating Rebecca Donaldson, and they were first seen together as a couple in June of the previous year.

At various races, the 28-year-old Scottish model was spotted alongside her boyfriend. Last year’s Las Vegas Grand Prix is one of those events where he nearly clinched victory.

Since her victory in a beauty pageant at age 17 while attending Perth Academy, Donaldson has graced the covers of upscale fashion magazines such as Vogue and Marie Claire.

‘My mum entered me and I was really surprised when I found out,’ she said at the time.

Lily Muni He 

Dating Alex Albon

Lily Muni He and Alexander Albon are a sporting couple match made in heaven. 

As a passionate follower, I’d like to highlight that I am Lily, a 25-year-old professional golfer hailing from China. I grace the greens on the US-based LPGA Tour. Meanwhile, there’s Alexander, 28, who has garnered recognition for his remarkable achievements in the world of racing.

According to NBC Sports, it was her father who introduced Lily to the sport of golf when she was just five years old.

She grew up in Vancouver, Canada before moving to the US, and now is based in Los Angeles.

In 2018, she revealed her approach to achieving success in the Q-Series: disregarding her positioning within the rankings during and post each stage of the LPGA’s qualifying event.

She shared with GolfChannel.com: “I wasn’t aware I had succeeded until everyone began offering congratulations once we had finished.

For the first time, I undertook that particular task without checking my standing on the leaderboard. Yet, midway through, it was revealed to me by my father that he had inadvertently told me my position.

She and Alex started dating in 2019, after Lily watched a Netflix documentary on F1.

Lily Zneimer 

Dating Oscar Piastri

2023 marked a successful rookie year for Oscar Piastri, age 23, who accumulated 97 points and ended up in a respectable ninth position in the drivers’ rankings.

Despite maintaining a low-key personal life upon entering the Formula 1 scene, this Australian racer occasionally posts photos featuring his longtime girlfriend, Lily Zneimer, on various social media platforms.

In their most recent snap together, the pair could be seen on a trip to Japan.

The duo got acquainted at school and have been in a relationship for approximately five years now. Zneimer is often seen backing the Australian at various events.

It’s said that she is still enrolled as a student, and they were photographed together at the Autosport Awards the previous year.

Carmen Montero Mundt 

Dating George Russell

Since 2020, Carmen Montero Mundt has been in a contented relationship with George Russell, who is 26 years old. According to GP Blog, they reside harmoniously in the principality of Monaco as a couple.

Per the report, it’s shared that 27-year-old Carmen, who previously held a position as an investor relations associate at Ruffer LLP in London within finance, has now decided to return to academic pursuits.

The driver’s stylishly elegant partner, a native Spaniard who relocated to the UK at 18, holds a business degree from the University of Westminster.

Carmen boasts over 409,000 Instagram followers and frequently posts photos showcasing her extravagant vacations and fashionable attire on the platform.

It’s believed that the pair initially connected through mutual acquaintances in London, and they’ve been spotted at various public events ever since their initial encounter.

Francisca Gomes 

Dating Pierre Gasly

According to People magazine, Pierre, 27, has been dating model Francisca since 2022.

The duo didn’t make their relationship public on Instagram until 2023, when the chauffeur posted a picture showing them celebrating New Year’s Eve together in Dubai.

As an ardent enthusiast, I can’t help but express my fervent wish for a year brimming with robust health, overflowing with love, and pulsating with dopamine and adrenaline! And, oh boy, I truly hope that trophies galore await me in this upcoming year!

‘I wish you all an incredible year to you and with your loved ones. Let’s make it one to remember.’

Since then, they’ve graced numerous high-profile events such as the Cannes Film Festival and Wimbledon with their presence. According to People magazine, Pierre himself has referred to Francisca as his “lucky charm”.

In addition to her work as a model and influencer, Francisca, hailing from Portugal, seems to have a passion for exploring different places.

She often documents her adventures on Instagram, where she has 818,000 followers.

Hannah St. John 

Dating Liam Lawson

Liam Lawson has returned to the F1 paddock with girlfriend Hannah St. John by his side once again.

Since his Formula 1 debut at the 2023 Dutch Grand Prix, the 22-year-old driver from New Zealand has been patiently waiting for opportunities.

During those challenging times, he has been consistently backed up by his girlfriend, Hannah. They started seeing each other last October, and not long ago, they celebrated their two-year anniversary.

On race weekends, she frequently appeared to be standing by him, even though she was simultaneously juggling her role as a medical student and dividing her time between her hometown and London.

Hannah, a student at Arizona State University, frequently posts about her personal experiences on Instagram, where she boasts over 30,000 followers.

 

Egle Ruskyte 

Married to Nico Hülkenberg

Egle hails from Lithuania and previously pursued her education at a local university. Currently, she manages her own unique fashion enterprise, focusing on the creation of handcrafted crochet garments and beach attire.

In my fervent enthusiasm, I must confess that while details about her personal world remain a tantalizing enigma, there’s no denying the allure of the captivating figure who graces nearly 10,000 screens through her vibrant presence on Instagram.

Although she doesn’t post numerous photos with Hulkenberg, it’s evident that she’s happily immersed in her marital journey with the racer.

The couple have been together since 2015.

Egle often accompanies her partner to motor races, but she also enjoys exploring different parts of the globe during her vacations.

Ruskyte enjoys the jet set life, visiting Thailand, Abu Dhabi and St Tropez in recent years.

Eliska Babickova 

Dating Andrea Kimi Antonelli

Eliska Babickova not only participates in racing events, but she also achieved the title of Italy’s first female champion in the OK karting category by competing in those championships.

Baibickova shared an affectionate photo of them both, captioned: “A year with us,” prompting Antonelli to respond with a heart emoji and also post his own tribute on his story.

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2025-03-15 02:07

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