As the 2025 Formula 1 season concludes, Ferrari star Charles Leclerc is relishing his off-track moments. While the championship crown went to McLaren's Lando Norris, leaving Leclerc without the ultimate sporting prize, the Monegasque driver had a profoundly personal reason to celebrate the year. The highlight came in November 2025, when he announced his engagement to French art historian and influencer Alexandra Saint Mleux. Adding to the festive cheer, a hilarious Christmas gift from fellow F1 driver Pierre Gasly has now captured the hearts of fans worldwide.
A Landmark Engagement for the Ferrari Star
The personal milestone that defined Leclerc's year was his romantic proposal. On November 3, 2025, Charles Leclerc and Alexandra Saint Mleux shared their happy news with the world. The couple, who have been dating since 2023, posted a series of adorable pictures on social media to make the announcement. Their pet dog, Leo, played a starring role in the photos, wearing a tag that humorously declared, “Dad wants to marry you!”
The loved-up pair captioned their post with “Mr². & Mrs. Leclerc”, accompanied by a ring and several heart emojis. While the couple has been showered with good wishes from the F1 community and fans alike, they have not yet publicly revealed a wedding date.
Pierre Gasly's Prank: The Perfect Secret Santa Gift
In the spirit of Christmas, Leclerc recently participated in a Secret Santa gift exchange. The person tasked with buying his gift was his competitor and friend, Alpine F1 team driver Pierre Gasly. The Frenchman seized the opportunity with perfect comedic timing, presenting Leclerc with a book titled 'Comment être un bon époux?' – which translates to 'How to Be a Good Husband?'
Given Leclerc's recent engagement, the gift was a brilliantly witty nod to his new life chapter. Gasly's choice showcases the camaraderie and light-hearted banter that exists among drivers away from the high-pressure grid.
Leclerc's Heartwarming Reaction to the Joke
Charles Leclerc's reaction to opening the gift was captured on video and has since gone viral. The Ferrari driver was seen bursting into laughter after reading the book's title. He thoroughly enjoyed the prank but had a charmingly sweet response ready.
Leclerc was heard saying, "A guide approved by 1 million women, but my woman is very special. But I'm sure there will be amazing advice [...] thank you, Pierre! But he knows how good of a boyfriend I am already." His reply highlighted both his appreciation for the joke and his affectionate confidence in his relationship with Saint Mleux.
As rumours swirl about a potential wedding in the coming year, Leclerc is clearly enjoying this joyful personal phase. While the 2025 F1 season may not have ended with a world title, for Charles Leclerc, it culminated in a promise of lifelong partnership, celebrated with a unique and funny blessing from a friend on the track.
