George Russell announces engagement to Carmen Montero Mundt

Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 driver George Russell has announced his engagement to longtime partner Carmen Montero Mundt. The couple shared the news via Instagram on August 9, 2026, following a romantic sunset dinner at an undisclosed seaside location.

The announcement featured photos of the couple dressed in white, including images of the proposal. Montero Mundt is pictured wearing a large oval-cut yellow diamond ring. Jewelry experts have estimated the center stone to be between 8 and 10 carats, with a potential value exceeding $1 million.

The news was met with widespread congratulations from the Formula 1 community, including fellow drivers such as Kimi Antonelli, Alex Albon, Carlos Sainz, Oscar Piastri, Pierre Gasly, and Sergio Perez.