Since the end of the 2017 campaign, and before pre-season testing kicks off in Barcelona at the end of February, F1's drivers scattered around the world for some well-deserved down time.

Some preferred the tranquillity of a mountain resort while others headed to the beach, usually blending a leisurely stay with a bit of training as everyone ramped up their preparation.

There were also some life-changing events for a few drivers. Brendon Hartley got married, while Sergio Perez Perez and Romain Grosjean rejoiced in fatherhood.

But the biggest event of the off-season was undoubtedly Kimi Raikkonen's arrival on social media. His very first comment? "Bwooah..."

 

Stoffel Vandoorne and Pierre Gasly in Miami
Lewis Hamilton
Valtteri Bottas in South Africa
Charles Leclerc
Daniel Ricciardo
Brendon Hartley
Mav Verstappen and his sister
Kimi Raikkonen
Romain Grosjean
Nico Rosberg
Nico and Vivian Rosberg
Carlos Sainz
Lance Stroll
Lance Stroll
Felipe Massa
Magali Duqué

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