Formula 1 fans are used to surprises on track. Off track, not so much.
Yet on February 28, 2026, Monaco witnessed a scene straight out of a cinematic finale. Charles Leclerc and Alexandra Saint Mleux were spotted driving through the principality in coordinated white outfits, Alexandra holding a bouquet, the couple seated inside a rare Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa reportedly valued at around £9 million.
No formal announcement. No press release. Just a vintage Ferrari, a bouquet, and a city that knows how to keep secrets.
Naturally, the internet did what it does best.
Reports suggest the couple exchanged vows in an intimate civil ceremony attended only by close friends and family. The choice of Monaco feels fitting. It is Leclerc’s hometown, the backdrop to his racing legacy, and a place that has shaped much of his personal and professional life.
Unlike celebrity weddings that unfold in carefully curated installments, this one appears to have been intentionally understated. No elaborate media rollout. No official portraits. Just a quiet commitment in a city that thrives on glamour.
The getaway car, however, was anything but subtle.
The Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa is widely regarded as one of the most historically significant models ever produced by the brand. For a Ferrari driver to depart his own wedding in that particular car feels symbolic. It nods to heritage, craftsmanship, and of course speed.
Videos of the couple cruising along Monaco’s harbor circulated within hours, turning a private moment into a viral spectacle.
Leclerc, 28, and Saint Mleux, 23, were first linked in March 2023 after meeting during Paris Fashion Week. Their connection was immediate, but they kept things largely under wraps in the early months.
They confirmed their relationship later that year, making a joint appearance at Wimbledon where they were spotted cheering courtside. From there, Alexandra became a regular presence at race weekends, supporting Leclerc during major events including the Miami Grand Prix and his home race in Monaco.
The engagement followed in November 2025.
Leclerc shared images of a candlelit proposal surrounded by red rose petals arranged in a heart shape. Plates of decorated cookies reading “A & C” and “She Said Yes” added a playful touch, and their dachshund Leo made a cameo with treats labeled “Mom Said Yes.”
The driver captioned the post simply, “Mr². & Mrs. Leclerc,” hinting at a future that now appears to have arrived sooner than expected.
Alexandra’s engagement ring did not go unnoticed. The oval cut diamond is estimated to weigh between five and six carats, with a value reported to be at least £400,000. Jewelry experts have noted its clarity and brilliance, placing it among the most striking engagement rings in recent Formula 1 circles.
Saint Mleux herself brings a distinct presence to the relationship. Born in Italy in 2002 to an Argentinian father and Mexican mother, she studied 20th century art history at the École du Louvre in Paris. She has worked as an art assistant at major auction houses while simultaneously building a social media following of more than three million.
Her collaborations include luxury brands such as Meshki, Rhode, and Nina Ricci, and she has appeared in major fashion and lifestyle publications. In short, she is as comfortable in a gallery as she is in the F1 paddock.
Following the wedding rumors, fans noticed that Alexandra updated her Instagram bio to read “Alexandra Leclerc,” further fueling speculation that the couple had officially tied the knot.
If the ceremony did take place on February 28, the timing leaves little room for extended honeymoon bliss. The Formula 1 season resumes with the Australian Grand Prix on March 8, meaning Leclerc’s focus is already shifting back to the track.
With an estimated net worth of around £92 million and a career defined by precision and ambition, Leclerc now steps into the 2026 season balancing married life with the demands of Ferrari.
Fans are watching closely. Personal milestones can have a grounding effect, offering stability amid the chaos of a global racing calendar. Whether this new chapter translates into added motivation remains to be seen.
Secret weddings hold a particular allure. They resist spectacle while inevitably creating it. In a sport driven by visibility and performance, choosing privacy feels almost rebellious.
Leclerc and Saint Mleux appear to have crafted a moment that was theirs first and the world’s second. A quiet civil ceremony. A historic Ferrari. A simple bouquet against Monaco’s harbor.
Sometimes the most compelling love stories are the ones that unfold without an announcement.
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