Alexandra Saint Mleux, girlfriend of Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc, recently shared a brief yet notable reaction to an Instagram post by Rebecca Donaldson, who is the girlfriend of fellow Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz. Donaldson, a Scottish model, posted stylish photos of herself wearing Ralph Lauren, which caught Saint Mleux’s attention, leading her to comment with a single impressed word. This interaction between the partners of two top Formula 1 drivers highlights their friendly connection outside the high-pressure world of racing.
Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz have been teammates at Ferrari for four years, forming one of the strongest driver pairings on the grid. Their relationship on the track has been fiercely competitive as they frequently engaged in wheel-to-wheel racing, never giving an inch to each other. Despite occasional tense moments, the two drivers have maintained a cordial dynamic off the circuit and often appear together at promotional events.
Beyond their own camaraderie, Leclerc and Sainz’s partners, Alexandra Saint Mleux and Rebecca Donaldson, also share a well-known friendship. The two women are often seen laughing and enjoying each other’s company in the F1 paddock, creating a supportive environment away from the sport’s intense spotlight. Donaldson’s recent social media post sparked a warm and positive response from Saint Mleux, reinforcing this close bond.
While the attention was on social media, the weekend held challenges for the drivers. During the Sprint Qualifying at the Miami Grand Prix, both Leclerc and Sainz expressed disappointment in their results, finishing sixth and fifteenth respectively. Leclerc described his final lap in SQ3 as “good” but admitted frustration with the current performance of his SF-25 car. Speaking to Sky Sports, he emphasized the need for improvements, as pace remained an issue for the team so far.
Leclerc ended the Sprint Qualifying just ahead of Lewis Hamilton and faces a tough Sprint Race on Saturday, May 3. At the previous sprint event in China, Leclerc finished fifth while Sainz claimed victory, showing the duo’s potential when things align. The interpersonal support from partners like Saint Mleux and Donaldson could provide much-needed encouragement as both drivers strive to bounce back in this competitive season.
