F1 Driver Max Verstappen Expecting First Child With Kelly Piquet

A Formula 1 superstar is on the way!

Reigning Formula One World Drivers’ champion Max Verstappen and his girlfriend Kelly Piquet, daughter of three-time F1 legend Nelson Piquet, have announced they’re expecting their first child together. The couple shared the exciting news on Instagram with a black-and-white photo featuring the mom and dad to be’s hands intertwined across Piquot’s baby bump. “Mini Verstappen-Piquet on the way,” the couple wrote. “We couldn’t be happier with our little miracle.”

Family, friends and fellow racers congratulated the couple on their big news in the comments. “So happy to welcome another one in the family,” wrote Verstappen’s mom Sophie Kumpen. “Verstappen-Piquet, all the other kids go karting can pack their bag. Congrats to you two,” chimed in former F1 driver Giedo van der Garde. “Here comes the next 10x World Champion,” added F1 legend David Coulthard.

The announcement comes during a monumental year for the Dutch driver, who clinched his third consecutive Formula 1 title in dominating fashion. Off the track, Verstappen and Piquet’s love story has captured fans’ hearts, with the two often sharing glimpses of their life together, from jet-setting to cheering each other on during major milestones.

Piquet, a model and social media influencer, is also mom to daughter Penelope, who she shares with former F1 driver Daniil Kvyat. The pair hasn’t revealed the baby’s gender yet, but if this announcement is anything to go by, we can expect a fast-paced and stylish debut to the F1 family!