Charles Leclerc’s long-time partner confirms worst-kept wedding secret

On Saturday, photos and videos began circulating on social media showing the Monegasque driver and his long-time partner aboard a Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa, fuelling speculation that the couple had tied the knot in the Principality.

The speculation now appears to have gained further unofficial confirmation, with the Ferrari driver’s partner changing her surname on Instagram to Alexandra Leclerc — a move that leaves little doubt that the ceremony has indeed taken place.

Their relationship first came into the spotlight during the Monaco Grand Prix weekend in May 2023, when Alexandra was frequently seen by Leclerc’s side — the first clear sign that the two were a couple. Since then, they have been regularly spotted around the paddock, becoming a familiar presence at race weekends and one of the most popular couples on the grid.

Over time, supporters have formed strong bonds not just with the drivers themselves, but also with the partners who share their journey, as several couples have become firm fan favourites within the paddock.

Among the most prominent are Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet — one of the sport’s most recognisable duos and parents to little Lily, born last year — regularly giving fans a glimpse into their family life away from the track.

Yet they are by no means the only pair to have captured the hearts of the F1 faithful. A number of other couples have also established themselves as familiar and beloved faces around the paddock. Here is the complete list.