The couple shared the news on Instagram on Wednesday, posting a photo of their newborn’s feet clad in pink knitted pants and white socks. They revealed that their daughter, named Bianca, was born Tuesday.
The announcement went viral and received congratulations from fans and prominent figures across the F1 community.
“So happy for you both. Welcome to the world, Bianca,” wrote Carlos Sainz, Leclerc’s former Ferrari teammate. The Scuderia Ferrari racing team also sent wishes to celebrate the wonderful news with their star.
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Charles Leclerc and his wife, Alexandra, at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. Photo by Instagram/@alexandramalenaleclerc |
According to Daily Mailthe 29-year-old driver flew back to Monaco immediately following Sunday’s Mexico Grand Prix to ensure he was by his wife’s side for the birth of their daughter.
He is expected to return to Brazil in the coming days to prepare for this weekend’s highly anticipated race in São Paulo. However, sources in Italy suggest that Ferrari reserve driver Dino Beganovic might temporarily step in for Leclerc during the first practice session to help him with the tight travel schedule.
Leclerc and 25-year-old Mleux held a private wedding ceremony in Monaco in late February 2026. The model and influencer first shared photos of her pregnancy on Instagram in August.
In a recent interview with Harper’s BazaarLeclerc expressed his excitement about becoming a father, describing the milestone as an “incredibly special” experience.
When asked about his priorities away from the F1 calendar, the Scuderia star shared that spending time with his wife, his dog Leo, his family and his friends remains the most important thing whenever he has free time.
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Charles Leclerc and model Alexandra Mleux’s newborn’s feet clad in knitted pants and white socks. Photo by Instagram/@alexandramalenaleclerc |
Leclerc entered F1 in 2018 and quickly attracted attention for his speed and bold driving style. He secured his first win for Ferrari at the 2019 Belgian Grand Prix and is widely regarded as one of the top racers of his generation.
The “F1 Heartthrob” is also known for his marketability, currently boasting over 24 million followers on Instagram.
Alexandra Saint Mleux, born in 2002, is of Monégasque and Italian heritage. She works as a high-profile model and social media influencer, frequently sharing content centered on luxury fashion, art and her daily life. She gained wider recognition after the couple officially went public with their relationship in 2023.