Tony Dodgins takes a look at how some of Formula 1's leading figures chose to spend some rare time off last week, and also shares his own experience of a free weekend

A three-week break in the Formula 1 season has given some of the leading lights a chance to indulge their passions for other sports – a luxury the travel schedule normally precludes.

The world championship leader didn't fool too many people when he entered an Eton triathlon under the name 'Jason Britton'. It certainly didn't mislead the Mirror's snapper, who simply found the bloke stroking girlfriend Jessica Michibata's bottom. And happily it was Jenson.

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