The world of formula 1 has just been surprised for a moving and emotional moment that fans have hit the world around the world. Only ten minutes ago it was confirmed that Max Verstappen, the four -stroke world champion, became the father of his first child with his partner Kelly Piquet. In an intimate moment in which he soon went viral, Verstappen could not control his tears while holding his newborn baby in a hospital in Monaco. The Dutch driver, who is often praised by his intact approach on the track, showed an unprecedented soft side that the Formula 1 community has moved deeply. At the same time, he surprised everyone with an important announcement that he will share during the next race weekend in Miami, which increases the tension of his performance in and next to the circuit.
The news of the birth was suggested for the first time when Verstappens Privéjet, who was still pleasant earlier in the day, suddenly went to the United States. Shortly after, Red Bull Racing confirmed that the driver had skipped the Mediadag in Miami to be at birth, but that he would arrive for free practice sessions on Friday. Although the team did not share official details about birth, the sources were close to the couple that Kelly Piquet gave birth in the early hours of the morning. A photo, shared on social networks by a family member, showed Verstappen with heartbreaking eyes while swinging his baby, an image that was immediately collected throughout the world. Fans responded in mass with congratulations, and many praised the driver for showing their human side in a sport that often revolves around speed and rivalry.
Kelly Piquet, who already has a daughter of a previous relationship, had given clues about the arrival of the baby. In a recent Instagram post, he informed that he was in his third quarter, which aimed at a birth somewhere between February and April 2025. The moment seems to have fallen perfectly, just before the start of the Formula 1 season, which begins on March 16 in Australia. Verstappen himself recently spoke about his next fatherhood in a podcast, in which he said that thanks to his experience with Piquet’s daughter, Penelope, he already had some preparation. “It’s exciting, but I know that the baby is in good hands,” he said, referring to his very united family. The birth marks a new chapter for the couple, which has been together since 2021 and shares an impressive racing DNA with Kelly’s father, the triple world champion Nelson Piquet.
What makes the story even more intriguing is the unexpected announcement of Verstappens that will do during the race weekend in Miami. Although the details are still scarce, the sources suggest that it can be a personal decision that can influence their future in Formula 1. earlier this year, Verstappen already talked about the balance between his career and his private life, and insinuated that he wants to set up less races to spend more time with his family. These words, combined with their emotional response to birth, have fed speculation about a possible sabbatical retirement or even an early retirement. However, the head of the Red Bull team, Christian Horner, denied that Verstappen left the team and emphasized that the driver is “stronger than ever” in the circuit.
While Verstappen is preparing for the Miami Grand Prix, where he won twice before, the approach is partly in his new role as a father. His rivals, including the drivers of McLaren, Lando Norris and Oscar Piasstri, have transferred their congratulations, where Norris joked saying that Verstappen “is now receiving nights really without sleep.” Despite the happy circumstances, the Dutchman is under pressure to give new life to his season, which has only had one victory. Whether you hold your baby in Monaco or take the stage in Miami, Verstappen is still a source of inspiration. The world of formula 1 anxiously awaits your ad and celebrates with this special moment in your life.
