How F1 stars have been taking in the best of Melbourne ahead of the Australian Grand Prix

Sunday at 3 p.m. at Melbourne’s Albert Park, all drivers on the grid will be laser-focused ahead of the Australian Grand Prix.

Formula 1 is a sport famous for its characters – and the likes of McLaren’s Lando Norris, Finnish cult hero Valtteri Bottas and charismatic Australian Daniel Ricciardo have enjoyed their time off.

Japanese Red Bull driver Yuki Tsunoda enjoyed some famous Melbourne coffees while Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc – a keen surfer – was in seventh heaven during a stint tackling the artificial waves at Urbn Surf.

British Mercedes driver George Russell has posted images of Melbourne’s famous Yarra River on social media, as well as dizzying photos of Marvel Stadium and Docklands.

He called the city “great” and said, “it’s great to be back.”

McLaren’s Lando Norris, who set the fastest time in Friday’s first practice session, loved Melbourne’s famous laneways and street art.

British Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton looked every inch a rockstar as he met his fans this week in Melbourne.

In true Australian style, Daniel Ricciardo was spotted riding a scooter around the Albert Park circuit

Norris, who set the fastest time in Friday’s practice session, loved it Melbourne’s famous alleyways and street art.

He posted images of Hosier Lane and other well-known locations online.

Puzzled cyclists may have seen Bottas – driving for Sauber – pedaling at full speed around Albert Park.

Like Leclerc, he also went to the Urbnsurf park.

And then there’s fan favorite Ricciardo.

The Perth-born driver was spotted in Docklands and, in true Australian style, then rode his scooter around the Parc Albert circuit.

Fellow Australian Oscar Piastri showed his passion for football, proudly wearing a Richmond Tigers jersey during a meet and greet with fans on Thursday.

On Saturday from 12:30 p.m. AEDT, teams and drivers will have their last chance to compete in qualifying before the main event on Sunday from 3 p.m.