Esteban Ocon’s recent podium finish at the 2024 F1 Brazilian Grand Prix was followed by a heartwarming surprise from his girlfriend, Flavy Barla, that left fans swooning. The chaotic race in Brazil, marked by heavy rain and slippery conditions, saw Ocon outshine expectations by securing an impressive P2 finish, just behind Max Verstappen. It was a remarkable achievement for the French driver, who had started the race from P4 after a solid qualifying session. His teammate, Pierre Gasly, also delivered a strong performance, finishing in P3 after starting from P13.
A week after the race, Ocon shared a touching moment with his followers on Instagram. He posted pictures of himself celebrating the podium with Barla, where they enjoyed macaroons and drinks together. But it was the surprise Flavy had set up at their home that melted fans’ hearts. The living room was beautifully decorated with fairy lights, candles, and a large photo of Ocon on the podium, capturing the essence of the victory.
Ocon captioned the post, “Came home from Brazil last week to a little surprise.” Fans flooded the comments section, expressing their admiration for the thoughtful gesture. One fan exclaimed, “I’M GOING TO DIE OF LOVE!” while others congratulated Ocon on his podium and praised the beautiful bond between the couple.
Eagle-eyed fans also noticed Spider-Man comic books peeking out from under the table in the photo, a nod to Ocon’s love for superheroes and comics, adding a personal touch to the celebration.
After his remarkable P2 finish in Brazil, Ocon spoke to the media about his emotions. He described the race as almost surreal, admitting he could hardly believe he was leading the race at one point. “I don’t know if we are in reality right now, or if we are still in a dream!” he said, reflecting on the incredible performance. “It feels so good to be fighting for the top spots.”
This podium may be one of Ocon’s last with Alpine, as he will be leaving the team after the 2024 season to join Haas for 2025. With 23 points in the driver’s championship, the 27-year-old’s future in F1 is looking bright as he heads toward a new chapter in his career.
