He famously dated Nicole Scherzinger for eight years on and off until 2015.

And Lewis Hamilton, 35, appears to have a type as he was seen embarking on a luxury yacht trip with stunning model Florence Mueller who bore a resemblance to his Pussycat Doll ex, 42.

The Formula 1 champion seemed in high spirits as he joined Florence for a few days aboard Sir Philip Green’s yacht Lionheart in Calvi, Corsica on Thursday.

Two’s company: Lewis Hamilton, 35, appears to have a type as he was seen embarking on a luxury yacht trip with model Florence Mueller who bore a resemblance to his Pussycat Doll ex, 42

Two’s company: The Formula 1 champion seemed in high spirits as he joined the model for a few days aboard Sir Philip Green’s yacht Lionheart in Calvi, Corsica on Thursday

According to onlookers, the pair only left the boat to walk Lewis’ beloved pet bulldog Roscoe and then to board a helicopter to go to Italy where the next Formula 1 grand prix will take place.

As of the seventh round of the 2020 season, Lewis leads the drivers’ standings by 47 points over Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, with wins at the Hungarian, British, Spanish and Belgian Grands Prix, respectively.

In his typical flamboyant fashion, Lewis ensured he stood out from the crowds in a vibrant purple and pink tie dye hoodie and green shorts. He added more colour with a pink baseball cap and donning a black face mask.

Florence put her tanned and toned figure on display in a green crop top and black tracksuit bottoms, layering up with a denim black jacket.

Seeing double: Successful model Florence (left) is the spitting image of Lewis’ former longtime love, Nicole Scherzinger (right)

Yacht life: According to onlookers, the pair only left the boat to walk Lewis’ beloved pet bulldog Roscoe and then to board a helicopter to go to Italy where the next Formula 1 grand prix will take place

Luxury living: Philip bought his lavish $150million yacht in 2016 which sleeps 12 guests and 30 crew

Keeping close: Lewis stayed by Florence’s side as they strolled along the harbour together with his pooch

She accessorised with a large Louis Vuitton handbag and concealed her face with a baby blue face mask.

Florence is part of Next Model Management’s Miami roster and also works with Click Models, she is fluent in English, Spanish, and German and also has her own Only Fans account.

With her long limbs, toned abs and luscious raven locks, Florence bore a striking resemblance to his former flame, Nicole.

But a source speaking to The Sun on Sunday claimed that Lewis and the model were strictly friends, as they claimed they were ‘just good mates.’

The inside said: ‘Lewis and Florence aren’t dating, they’re just good mates. She joined him on the boat as part of a group of pals with Lewis.

‘They get on but there’s nothing romantic going on between them at the moment.’

MailOnline has contacted Lewis’ representatives for comment.

Something to say? The pair were seen chatting to one another as they strolled along the harbour

Stunning: Florence put her tanned and toned figure on display in a green crop top and black tracksuit bottoms, layering up with a denim black jacket

All about the finishing touches: Florence accessorised with a large Louis Vuitton handbag and concealed her face with a baby blue face mask

Seeing double: With her long limbs, toned abs and luscious raven locks, Florence bore a striking resemblance to his former flame, Nicole

Think pink! In his typical flamboyant fashion, Lewis ensured he stood out from the crowds in a vibrant purple and pink tie dye hoodie and green shorts. He added more colour with a pink baseball cap and donning a black face mask

Three’s company: The pair were seen laughing along with a blonde member of Lewis’ entourage

Lewis and Nicole called time on their on and off eight year relationship in 2015 but have remained amicable, reuniting last year at the Fashion Awards in London in December.

Speaking about their split during an appearance on The Jonathan Ross Show, Nicole revealed: ‘I don’t see anything negative.

‘I think it’s quite natural when people separate and go their own ways and you just have to be adult about it and just always wish the other person happiness, success and love like sincerely and I do.’

When asked whether they still stay in touch, the Poison hitmaker – who first started seeing the race car driver in 2007 – was frank in her admission.

Intense: The pair seemed deep in conversation as she left the boat carrying a wad of face masks in her hand

Cosy: The pair were flagged by Lewis’ entourage as they helped his pet pooch on and off the luxury liner

Something caught your eye? Lewis could be seen watching on as Florence sashayed along the harbour

She added: ‘Yeah we don’t, like, talk. I think that he is the best driver since Ayrton Senna and I think that he’s probably going to win this year and I only wish him happiness and success.’

The American beauty is now dating retired British rugby player Thom Evans after meeting on Celebrity X Factor at the end of last year.

They may have been dating for less than a year, but Nicole and Thom are clearly devoted to one another and divide their time between her LA pad and London.

Feeling good: Florence seemed to be in good spirits as she flashed a smile while walking down the street

Packing up: Florence appeared to be struggling with her Louis Vuitton tote which was no doubt packed full as they prepared to fly to Italy for the Grand Prix

Meanwhile, Lewis has been linked to a strong of women since ending his eight-year relationship with Nicole.

Model Barbara Palvin, Winnie Harlow and Kendall Jenner, singers Rihanna, Nicki Minaj and Rita Ora, and young socialite Sofia Richie have all been romantically connected to the star over the ensuing four years.

Back in July, Russian model Viktoria Odintcova spoke out to claim that she had a romantic relationship with the star shortly after his split from his longterm girlfriend.

Puppy love: The group all paid plenty of attention to Lewis’ pampered pet pooch Roscoe, who is famously vegan and likes to fly on private jets

Weighed down: Lewis was seen lugging his suitcase and bag off the yacht ahead of flying to Italy

It’s a dog life: Roscoe seemed rather confused by all the commotion as the group changed their method of transportation

The 26-year-old brunette beauty claimed that Formula 1 world champ Lewis pursued her four years ago, after parting ways with the former Pussycat Doll though she insists they’re now just friends.

RT quotes her as saying: ‘We had different types of relationship. At a certain period of time it was romantic. He was courting me.

‘But then this relationship evolved into friendship. I live in Russia and he lives abroad. We just became friends who can message each other and send holiday greetings.’

Viktoria reportedly revealed that the pair met in Barcelona four years ago, before exchanging direct messages on Instagram, though they’re not just friends.

Every dog has it’s day: Lewis assisted his pet pooch by carrying it on and off the luxury liner when needed

Vroom vroom: The pair hopped into a mini bus that transported them from the yacht to the helipad

The model has previously claimed that she’s been messaged by countless footballers and athletes on Instagram in the past, including Juventus ace Cristiano Ronaldo.

As for Lewis, in recent months he appeared more focused on his racing career, as well as maintaining his physical fitness, as was shown in recent snapshots.

The star said he had been channelling his energy into exercise during lockdown and urged others to follow suit for mental health.

Got things to do: The pair kept their travel as short as possible by hiring a helicopter to take them to Italy ahead of the Grand Prix

Got a title to defend: As of the seventh round of the 2020 season, Lewisleads the drivers’ standings by 47 points over Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, with wins at the Hungarian, British, Spanish and Belgian Grands Prix, respectively

Going, going, gone: Florence could be seen hopping onto the helicopter to join the star on his travels

He wrote on Instagram: ‘With all that is happening in the world, my only get away is to train and channel the emotions and energy into building my body stronger. This has been the best training period I’ve ever had, I can’t stop and I won’t!

‘Staying active both mentally and physically is so important today, I want to encourage those of you out there to keep working out even if it’s only for 20 minutes. Every little helps.’

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Then and now: Lewis Hamilton famously dated Nicole Scherzinger for eight years on and off until 2015 (pictured left in 2014) Nicole is now in a relationship with rugby hunk Thom Evans (right) after meeting on Celebrity X Factor last year

Lovely ladies: Since splitting from Nicole, Lewis has been linked to a slew of stunning women, including (L-R) Russian model Viktoria Odintcova, America’s Next Top Model star Winnie Harlow and socialite Sofia Richie