Bernie Ecclestone has become a father for the fourth time aged 89.
The former Formula One boss and wife Fabiana Flosi have welcomed a little boy named Ace, after the couple confirmed they were expecting a baby in April.
Mr Ecclestone, who will celebrate his 90th birthday in October, revealed they had expanded their family by confirming the news to Swiss German news organisation Blick, saying: “We have a son named Ace. I am so proud.”
Discussing her easy labour, Fabiana added: “It was all so easy. The birth was over after 25 minutes. I thank god.”
Bernie Ecclestone and wife Fabiana Flosi have welcomed a baby boy named Ace (Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images)
Mr Ecclestone previously told Blick: “Yes, it is due in the summer. Hopefully, he’ll learn to play backgammon soon!”
Bernie has three other children from previous relationships.
He and first wife Ivy, share daughter Deborah, through whom he is a great-grandfather.
Bernie later welcomed socialites Tamara, 35, and Petra, 31, with his second wife Slavica Radic.
The couple married in 2021 following Mr Eccleston split from Slavica Ecclestone (Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Lazinc)
In 2008, Slavica Ecclestone filed for divorce, and in 2012, Mr Ecclestone announced he had married marketing director Ms Flosi.
The new parents met through the World Motor Sport Council, where she regularly attended meetings.
Previously speaking about the pregnancy to the Daily Mail, he said: “There’s nothing that unusual is there? I haven’t had a job for a little while so I have had plenty of time to practice!
Speaking about the pregnancy, Bernie said ‘I haven’t had a job for a little while so I have had plenty of time to practice!’ (Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images)
“She is thrilled. We’re not sure what all the fuss is about!
“1’m very happy and happy really for my wife, she’s been looking forward to this happening for quite a few years so I’m happy she’ll have someone after I’m gone.
“It’s fun, I don’t see any dramas, I’ve got grandchildren and I’m looking forward to having another baby.”
Mr Ecclestone and his wife spent the beginning of lockdown at his farm near Sao Paul, Brazil, but have since travelled to Switzerland.
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