Sports · 5 April 2026

Alonso names son Leonard after F1 gift

Fans get a rare glimpse into a driver’s private life after a major personal milestone. Fernando Alonso revealed the name of his first child after receiving a paddock pass gift from Formula 1, sharing the update on social media. The baby boy is named Leonard Alonso Jiménez, born just before the Japanese Grand Prix weekend.

By BriefTea Editorial · 5 April 2026 at 5:23

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