FORMULA ONE star George Russell has been making the most of his paddle board holiday.
That’s by smooching stunning girlfriend Carmen Montero Mundt in the sea.
Russell, 25, is enjoying a good season with Mercedes.
His fifth place finished at the British GP has seen him soar to sixth in the standings.
And Russell decided to take a well-earned break before this weekend’s race in Budapest with a trip to southern France.
The ripped ace was accompanied by long-term partner Carmen.
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And the duo stripped to their swimwear before enjoying the warm waters of the French Riviera.
Russell and Carmen enjoyed some paddle boarding and cliff diving.
Relaxing on a board afterwards, the duo shared a steamy smooch in front of onlookers.
Russell and Carmen have been together since 2020 following a whirlwind romance.
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Investment broker Carmen has travelled the globe with Russell thanks to his F1 exploits.
The pair have been inseparable, even on race days.
And Carmen is sure to be by Russell’s side when he goes behind the wheel in Hungary this weekend.
The Brit and teammate Lewis Hamilton will be looking to ruffle the feathers of Red Bull.
And Russell recently made a shock revelation over his pal’s future in F1.
He said: “I don’t care at all whether Lewis stays or Lewis goes, because I believe I can beat anyone on the grid.
“You couldn’t choose to be in a better position than to go up against Lewis.
“What a way to test myself. While we’re in this position, he is invaluable to me. There can be no excuses on either side. He’s pushing me, I’m pushing him. I am here to beat everybody.
“I never had any self-doubt and having these 15 months alongside him has reinforced that. My confidence has grown.
“We have a good relationship and it would be great if we could turn this around and help the team to winning ways.
“Lewis is very good with people. He’s very caring, he works exceptionally hard. He’s comfortable travelling a lot, doing a lot of activities. It wouldn’t be a lifestyle many athletes want.
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“It may not be this year or next that everything falls into place. But look at Fernando [Alonso], aged 41. So I have at least 15 good years left in me.
“You have to be patient, keep working, doing your thing, and no doubt my time will come.”
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