GEORGE RUSSELL is the new boy wonder in Formula One.
A former GP3 world title holder and reigning Formula Two champion, the youngster from King’s Lynn is racing for Williams this season – and will be cheered on from the pits by girlfriend Seychelle de Vries.
Russell kicked off his F1 career in AustraliaCredit: Getty Images – Getty
Who is George Russell’s girlfriend Seychelle de Vries?
THE 21-year-old Russell has been around motorsport since the age of 6 when he began karting in Norfolk.
And that journey has led him to the bright lights of F1, where he made his long-awaited debut for Williams at the Australian GP.
Seychelle is the sister of racing driver Nyck de VriesCredit: Instagram @seychelledevries
Russell is currently dating 23-year-old Seychelle de Vries, who he met whilst racing in the Formula 2 championship.
The pair spent Christmas together and Seychelle shared the occasion on her Instagram, captioning the photo: “My Christmas present came early ❤️ Merry Christmas everyone 🎅🏼 #mysanta”
Although not much is known about her private life, she often updates her followers to her travels and uploaded a picture of the pair on Valentines Day.
Back in 2016, she was romantically linked to Max Verstappen, who has since gone on to date German student Dilara Sanlik.
Russell began his F1 career with a 16th placed finish in Melbourne.
She has been linked to Max Verstappen in the pastCredit: Instagram @seychelledevries
When did Williams F1 driver start dating her?
IT’S not known exactly when the pair first got together, but they have been dating for around two years.
Seychelle was snapped with Russell after he won the 2017 GP3 Series title and added the caption: “My champion”.
Is her brother a racer?
SEYCHELLE is the sister of Formula 2 driver Nyck de Vries.
A former World Karting champion, de Vries has won the F2 title with ART Grand Prix – a year on from losing out to team-mate George Russell.
He was formerly managed by Lewis Hamilton’s dad Anthony and was signed to the McLaren young driver programme in January 2010.
But the Dutchman will drive for Mercedes-Benz EQ Formula E team next season, alongside ex-F1 starlet Stoffel Vandoorne.
Source: Motorsport - thesun.co.uk
