Charles Leclerc’s Wife Revealed: Meet F1’s New Mom Alexandra Saint-Mleux

Charles Leclerc is now a father.

The Ferrari driver and his wife, Alexandra Saint-Mleux, welcomed their first child this week — a daughter named Bianca.

Leclerc missed Thursday’s media day at the Brazilian Grand Prix to stay with his family in Monaco.

Ferrari confirmed the absence was an approved exemption, not a breach of rules.

“Charles has been exempt of attending media activities today in São Paulo, following the birth of his daughter,” the team posted on social media.

“He will resume regular track activities from tomorrow morning.”

Leclerc is expected to arrive at Interlagos in time for FP2 on Friday.

Reserve driver Dino Beganovic will take his place in FP1 as part of Ferrari’s mandatory rookie program.

But the bigger story for many fans is the woman now sharing his name.

Alexandra Saint-Mleux, now known as Alexandra Leclerc, is a French-Mexican social media personality, art enthusiast, and fashion influencer.

She became widely recognized after being linked to Leclerc, but her interests extend far beyond the F1 paddock.

Alexandra studied Art History at L'École du Louvre in Paris, where she focused on 20th-century art.

Her academic interests include the works of Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Henri Matisse, and Georgia O'Keeffe.

She maintains a separate social media account dedicated to art, where she shares exhibitions, paintings, and other works that reflect her interests.

Her connection to the art world has remained an important part of her public profile.

BEYOND THE PADDOCK

Alexandra has professional experience in the art industry.

She worked as an art assistant at the Hôtel des Ventes de Monte-Carlo auction house.

She also worked in public relations for Monaco Art Week.

She has been associated with Kamil Art Gallery in Monaco, where she worked in art coordination and public relations.

Her growing popularity has opened opportunities in fashion and beauty.

She has collaborated with brands such as Rhode, Jacquemus, Alo, and Meshki.

She has appeared in fashion publications, including ELLE and Vogue.

In addition to these activities, Alexandra established the Corazones Unidos Fund.

This charitable initiative supports children in Mexico through education, creativity, music, and art.

The initiative also aims to support women working in the arts.

This project reflects her interest in using her public platform to support educational opportunities and creative development.

HOW THEY MET

The relationship between Alexandra and Charles first attracted public attention several years ago.

The couple has kept much of their private life out of the spotlight.

But their relationship became more visible as Alexandra began appearing at races and in Leclerc’s social media posts.

They married in a private ceremony, and Alexandra now uses the name Alexandra Leclerc.

She is described as a French-Mexican social media personality, reflecting her dual heritage.

THE NEWEST F1 DAD

Leclerc’s arrival as a father adds a new dimension to his already intense season.

There are just four rounds remaining in the 2026 season.

Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli claimed his maiden championship title at the Mexican Grand Prix.

But the fight for second in the standings continues.

Leclerc currently sits fifth in the championship.

Only 16 points separate the 29-year-old from Red Bull's Max Verstappen in second.

Leclerc finished fourth at the Mexican Grand Prix before returning home for the birth.

Ferrari confirmed he would travel to Brazil after the birth and join the team ahead of the remaining sessions.

His first on-track session this weekend will be FP2.

Beganovic will drive Leclerc’s car during FP1 on Friday.

This will be Beganovic’s third FP1 session of the 2026 season.

He previously drove in Barcelona and Austria as part of Ferrari’s rookie program.

The team had initially planned to run Rafael Camara for the practice session.

But plans for Camara’s practice debut changed when Haas announced he would replace Esteban Ocon for the remainder of the season.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Leclerc is not the only driver who missed media day in São Paulo.

Lance Stroll also did not attend due to a viral infection.

Aston Martin expects Stroll to return to the paddock on Friday.

Stroll completed the race in Mexico City but later developed symptoms.