Kelly Piquet and daughter Lily eagerly await Verstappen: 'We can’t wait to see you!'

The four-time world champion endured a difficult weekend at the Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai, never managing to challenge for the front-running positions before ultimately being forced to retire from the race.

While Verstappen was dealing with a frustrating outing on track, his partner spent time at home with their daughter Lily, and Penelope.

Piquet shared a touching moment on Instagram, posting a photo of Lily holding a cushion featuring Verstappen’s face with the caption: “We can’t wait to see you.”

She later followed it up with another snapshot from a day out in Monaco with her daughters.

Formula 1 fans have never followed just the action on track. Over time, many have also become familiar with the partners who accompany drivers throughout the season, with several couples becoming well-known figures around the paddock.

Among the most recognisable are Verstappen and Kelly Piquet. The pair welcomed their daughter Lily last year and regularly share small snapshots of their family life, giving fans a glimpse into their world away from the racetrack.

Other relationships on the grid have also drawn plenty of attention. Leclerc and Alexandra Saint Mleux are among the most talked-about couples - who recently tied the knot - while Russell and Carmen Montero Mundt are another established pairing in the paddock, alongside Sainz and Rebecca Donaldson. Here is a complete overview of the wives and girlfriends of the current Formula 1 drivers.