The world of Formula 1 is again in the spotlight of the Verstappen family, this time due to a notable event related to Jos Verstappen and the girlfriend of his son Max, Kelly Piquet. Jos, Formula 1 Expileot and Max’s success, recently took a step that puts further relief family dynamics and the relationship between Max and Kelly. Max Verstappen, four times world champion, confirmed the news in an interview with ViaPlay shortly after the Monaco Grand Prix, hinting at a positive turn in events. Although the full details have not yet been made public, sources such as GPBLOG and Racingnews365 point to a possible commitment or marriage between Max and Kelly, shortly after the birth of their daughter Lily in May 2025.
Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet welcomed their first daughter, Lily, in early May, which has already generated a lot of media attention. The couple, who has a board since 2020 and resides in Monaco, also shares the care of Penelope, Kelly’s daughter, the result of her previous relationship with the Daniil Kvyat racing expilot. Lily’s birth was widely celebrated in the world of Formula 1, with the congratulations of the Chief of the Red Bull team, Christian Horner, and pilots such as Oscar Piestri. However, a recent decision by Jos Verstappen seems to add a new nuance to this story. According to media speculation, including an article on Goals and Glamor, it is said that Jos played an active role in promoting marriage between Max and Kelly, possibly to strengthen family ties after the arrival of his daughter.
Jos Verstappen, known for his direct involvement in Max’s career, has always had a great influence on his son’s life. However, his relationship with Kelly Piquet has been tense in the past, as Mannenzaken.nl reported in 2021, suggesting that Jos and Kelly were often avoided in the Paddock. This recent event, which Max described as “a good step” during his interview with Viaplay, points to a reconciliation or a joint effort of Jos to support his son’s relationship. Sources close to the family suggest that Jos, who married his wife Sandy Sijtsma in 2019, could have promoted a formal commitment between Max and Kelly, inspired by the stability that their own marriage has given them.
Although there has been no official confirmation of commitment or marriage, Max’s statements and the actions of Jos feed the rumors. Max said in Monaco: «My dad and Kelly had a good talk, and I’m glad they created something beautiful together. It is good for everyone ». This points to an important step, possibly a marriage proposal, especially because Jos and Sandy have recently consolidated their family life with the birth of their children Jason Jaxx and Mila Faye. The moment, just after the birth of Lily, suggests that Jos could have been pressing for greater commitment and strengthen the family bond, a feeling that Max seems to share.
The Formula 1 community is full of speculation, partly due to the fond of Lily’s careers, since both Jos and Kelly are grandparents of the Father, the world tricampeón Nelson Piquet. The media, including Telegraaf, emphasize that a marriage between Max and Kelly would be the symbolic union of two -dynasties of Formula 1. Even so, Max is reluctant to give more details: “Time will say it,” he said about his wedding plans, a statement he already made in an interview with Blick.
For Jos, this move seems to be a way of supporting his son in a new stage of his life, both personal and professional. Despite his turbulent love story, which includes relationships with Sophie Kumpen and Kelly van Der Waal, Jos has found a solid base with Sandy, which could strengthen her motivation to encourage Max and Kelly. The tensions between Jos and Kelly seem to have softened, racing the way for a narrower family bond.
While Max prepares for the Canada Grand Prix, part of the attention is still focused on his private life. The possible commitment or marriage plans with Kelly, with the support of Jos, promise a new chapter for the Verstappen family. The world of formula 1 expects new advances, both on and off the track, as the Verstappen continue to leave their mark on sport and beyond.
