The reigning four-time Formula 1 World Champion, Max Verstappen and his partner Kelly Piquet, are celebrating the birth of their daughter, Lily. The newborn arrived just in time for the Miami Grand Prix weekend, with Verstappen opting to stay with Kelly and their growing family rather than attending the media day on Thursday.
Red Bull Racing, the team Max Verstappen drives for, had initially announced that the driver would miss the scheduled media duties ahead of the race weekend. “Max is expecting a baby,” the team confirmed. However, Red Bull reassured fans and the media, adding that “all is well,” and Verstappen would rejoin the team on Friday, in time for the opening practices of the Miami Grand Prix.
A heartfelt announcement from the family
On Friday, Verstappen and Piquet shared their joyous news with the world through social media. The proud parents posted heartfelt messages welcoming their baby girl into the world. Verstappen took to Instagram to share his excitement, writing,
Welcome to the world, sweet Lily. Our hearts are fuller than ever – you are our greatest gift. We love you so much.
The arrival of Lily marks a significant moment for the couple, with Verstappen already a “bonus dad” to Piquet’s first daughter, Penelope. The couple has kept their family’s personal life private, and Red Bull has maintained a respectful stance, not revealing further details beyond confirming that both mother and child are doing well.
Well wishes from the F1 community
The Formula 1 paddock quickly responded with warm congratulations. Red Bull Racing, in particular, expressed their joy, writing, “Congratulations” to Verstappen and Piquet. Other F1 personalities, including Christian Horner, Oscar Piastri, and Gabriel Bortoleto, also shared their well wishes for the growing family.
As the excitement surrounding the birth unfolded, Verstappen’s jet was reportedly seen landing in Miami hours before the start of Friday’s practice sessions. Fans eagerly awaited his return to the track for the 2025 Miami Grand Prix, now with an additional source of joy fueling his determination.
A look to the future
With the birth of baby Lily, the Verstappen-Piquet family is already making headlines. Some enthusiasts are even speculating about the possibility of a future female World Champion in F1, with Lily’s arrival sparking discussions of her potential success on the track in the years to come, possibly as F1’s first female World Champion by 2045.