Fernando Alonso becomes father at age 44 after birth of daughter
Formula One star and four-time World Champion Fernando Alonso has become a parent for the first time, welcoming his newborn baby girl just before he is set to race in Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix. The news comes as 44-year-old Spanish driver shares that "super glücklich" (extremely happy) feelings about becoming father with Ouka Leconte, who was previously married and had a child together but later divorced him after his career began; they have since reunited to raise their daughter in Monaco following her birth.
Key Points
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1Fernando Alonso has become a father for the first time at age 44.
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2The Formula One driver is described as 'super happy' about becoming a parent shortly before his upcoming Japan Grand Prix weekend in Suzuka.
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3Alonso's new family includes an ex-wife of former Borussia Dortmund player Bartra.
Developments
Fernando Alonso confirmed that his partner Melissa Jimenez gave birth to their first child without complications shortly before the Japanese Grand Prix, a moment he described as super happy despite jet lag. The 44-year-old Aston Martin driver skipped media events and practice sessions for several days but has already returned in time for Free Practice Two with no significant impact on performance so far.