One of the most intriguing young drivers in Formula 1, Max Verstappen, and his private life is equally as fascinating as his racing prowess. Since 2020, the Dutchman has been dating Brazilian racing driver and model Kelly Piquet, and their age disparity has drawn attention from both media and fans.
Piquet was born on December 7, 1988, making her nearly a decade older than Verstappen, who was born on September 30, 1997. Age is just a number, however, and the couple seemed to be getting along despite their age difference even though Kelly has a daughter with the Russian F1 driver, Daniil Kvyat.
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But there’s more to Verstappen and Piquet’s relationship than just their age difference. Both come from racing families, with Max Verstappen‘s father, Jos Verstappen, a former F1 driver, and Piquet’s father, Nelson Piquet, a three-time F1 world champion. It’s clear that racing is in their blood, and their shared passion for the sport could be one of the reasons why they hit it off so well. The couple has been spotted on numerous occasions exploring exotic locations and enjoying outdoor activities that portray their love for adventure.
Despite their busy racing schedules, Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet have found time to support each other’s careers. Piquet has been seen cheering the Red Bull driver on from the sidelines during his races, while Verstappen has been spotted at Piquet’s races, including the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans.
How did Max Verstappen meet Kelly Piquet?
Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet are one of the most talked-about couples in F1. Their relationship has been the subject of much speculation since it was first revealed in 2020. But how did they meet?
The Dutch driver, and Kelly Piquet, the Brazilian racing driver, first crossed paths in the paddock of the Formula E championship. At the time, Piquet was competing for the Jaguar team in the all-electric series, while Verstappen was there to support his friend and fellow Dutchman, Robin Frijns, who was racing for Virgin Racing.
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The couple met through a mutual love of racing and have since built a strong foundation based on shared values, interests, and experiences. While Max Verstappen’s career is flourishing, Piquet’s father Nelson Piquet recently made headlines as he was fined almost a million dollars by the Brazilian government for making racist remarks against the Mercedes driver, Lewis Hamilton which he argued was only “ill-thought-out,” according to CNN.
It’s believed that the couple hit it off right away and began dating soon after. Since then, they have been spotted together at various motorsports events, on holiday, and enjoying each other’s company at home. They are known for being private about their relationship, but they do share occasional glimpses of their life on social media.