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Inside F1 drivers’ globe-trotting hols that make even footballers’ look budget – including Ibiza party with superstar DJ
THEY quite literally live life in the fast lane, so it's not surprising Formula 1 stars love to slow down, relax and unwind in absolute luxury.
With the summer break upon them, F1 drivers like Max Verstappen, Pierre Gasly and George Russell have jetted off around the world on jaw-dropping trips that put even millionaire footballers' to shame.
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From Sardinia to Ibiza to jet-packing and raving - often with their glam other halves - this is how the super rich stars are spending their vacations.
Max Verstappen
World champion Verstappen extended his title lead at the Belgian Grand Prix, securing his eighth straight victory, so no doubt he'll be feeling very happy going into the summer break.
The 25-year-old and his model girlfriend Kelly Piquet, 34, have been enjoying a romantic getaway to Sardinia, Italy, flying in on a private jet days after the final race.
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Since then, the couple have been enjoying the beautiful scenery and coastal views, and have visited the local towns with Kelly's daughter Penelope, who she welcomed in 2019 with her ex, Daniil Kvyat.
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Kelly began dating Verstappen in late 2020 - one year before he won the F1 World Championship - and the pair have been going strong ever since.
Pierre Gasly
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Pierre Gasly, 27, and his girlfriend Francisca 'Kika' Gomes started dating last year and went Instagram official with their romance at the beginning of 2023.
And it seems the pair are clearly still very much enjoying the honeymoon phase.
They are currently spending some time in the Algarve, Portugal, and they've both posted a series of loved-up photos together.
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Pierre has been enjoying time relaxing in the hot tub, and earlier this week Francisca even posted a 'cheeky snap' showing off their tans - and derrieres - at the beach.
While away, Gasly's swapped driving for a spot of golf, and while he posted a photo enjoying an ice cream, he hasn't gone full 'holiday mode' - still making sure he goes to the gym while abroad too.
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George Russell
Among the most adventurous couples are Brit George Russell, 25, and investment broker girlfriend Carmen Mundt, who have been together since 2020.
The pair are currently away with their families and have spent a lot of time at sea, paddle boarding, jet skiing, hoverboarding and even playing around with hydro-jet packs.
Posting photos of their adventures, George wrote: "Really fun times trying some new things.
"I’ve never been very comfortable in water but have enjoyed pushing myself outside my comfort zone. A few small bruises later, we’re away!"
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Daniel Ricciardo
While Aussie racer Daniel Ricciardo has won eight Grand Prixs, last August he hit a career low, getting ditched by McLaren and failing to secure a seat for the 2023 season.
He went on to make a surprise F1 return at the Hungarian GP, and since the season ended he's enjoyed a much-needed trip to Ibiza alongside DJs Martin Garrix and Tiesto.
Garrix posted a photo on his Instagram of the trio enjoying a lunch captioned: "CRAZY day in Ibiza!! thanks for partying in the rain."
Ricciardo, 34, - who is dating Heidi Berger - also owns a luxury mansion in Los Angeles, and is said to enjoy spending most of the summer in LA, telling the West Australian: ";The weather, having the beaches close by, I feel like you can escape the madness of it all."
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Lewis Hamilton
He recently posted a cool underwater snap of himself, and while it's not known where Lewis Hamilton is holidaying currently, it will no doubt be phenomenal.
He's no stranger to lavish trips, having previously travelled around America and Mexico in his summers off, and has enjoyed jaunts to Jamaica and Costa Rica.
The driver, 38, is rumoured to be dating singer Shakira, 46, and the pair are reportedly embracing a "hot summer romance" and have become "inseparable".
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Lance Stroll
He managed to crash his car and fall down the stairs at the Belgian Grand Prix, so Lance Stroll was probably feeling ready for a break.
The 24-year-old shared a selection of photos showing his break so far on Instagram captioned: "Summer dump", showing him enjoying an ice cream and wake-surfing.
There's been no sign of girlfriend Sara Pagliaroli in his summer pics as yet, who he's dated since 2021.
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Lando Norris
He recently posted a video if himself jumping off a yacht into the crystal blue sea, so it seems Lando Norris is finally taking some much earned rest with his family.
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However, as soon as the season finished, the 23-year-old first hopped in a helicopter alongside Max Verstappen to visit their mutual friend DJ Martin Garrix.
In true 'work hard, play hard' style, the pair partied at Tomorrowland dance festival in Belgium together before taking a much needed proper break.
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