Formula 1 star Charles Leclerc is catching heat online after a video surfaced showing him climbing onto a yacht without lending a hand to his pregnant wife, Alexandra. The clip, which has gone viral, shows Leclerc pulling himself out of the water while Alexandra appears to struggle to get on board.
The couple, who tied the knot in February, announced they are expecting their first child earlier this month. Alexandra shared the happy news with her five million Instagram followers, posting a series of pregnancy photos from a yacht with the caption "🐞🐞🐞🐞🐞."
But the celebration took a sour turn when the video emerged, prompting a wave of criticism. One social media user wrote, "Professional athletes are the worst role models," while another claimed, "Outrage is growing after formula One driver Charles Leclerc refused to help his pregnant wife."
However, not everyone is convinced Leclerc did anything wrong. Supporters argue that Alexandra is perfectly capable of handling herself. "She's pregnant not disabled. If she had asked for help and he said no that would be different. I was mowing the grass with a push mower 9 months pregnant," one fan commented.
Another added, "I seriously believe she was capable of making the simple step up. She's pregnant, not handicapped."
Yet others see it as a matter of basic courtesy. "A gentle man would have turned to her and offered her a hand up, pregnant or not. That's what love looks like to a woman. A loving man knows that," one user wrote.
One commenter summed up the general sentiment: "When your pregnant wife is climbing onto the yacht and you are just vibing 😂 Priorities I guess. Chivalry took the day off in Sardinia."
This isn't the first time a celebrity has faced online backlash for a seemingly small gesture. The internet is quick to judge, and this incident has sparked a broader conversation about expectations and etiquette. For more on similar controversies, check out this yacht-related debate.
Leclerc, who is known for his racing prowess, has yet to respond publicly to the criticism. Meanwhile, fans remain divided on whether he was in the wrong or simply enjoying a moment of relaxation.
