Max Verstappen – the other Senna

Max Verstappen.

Max Verstappen is not only the strongest but also the last of the Mohicans, the driver who, together with Hamilton and Alonso but more than them who have adapted themselves to modern times, could belong to the circle of heroic F1 drivers because he speaks their same language. Max Verstappen doesn’t care much about safety, he doesn’t like safety cars, he would even race in the snow, he doesn’t like the show, the interviews, the stupid and repetitive questions. He wants to race fast and on really challenging circuits, he almost always answers annoyed the press's questions, even the less tendentious ones, he is not afraid of accidents. In short, Max is a fair guy, who loves racing, period.

Max Verstappen with his female fans.

“F1 more important to me than girls.” Max Verstappen

The rest doesn’t interest him at all, including women - and in this he differs from the greats of F1 of the past that lived women as intensely as racing. To summarize: a gruff, loyal, old-fashioned and, at times, almost romantic person. A good guy in his own way, even if he often drives dirty, damages his opponent and doesn’t respect him. But wanting to dig and a lot, Max isn’t even gentle with himself. And anyway, even with his rough and suburban bully way, if you have behaved well with him and you get into his good graces Max doesn’t forget and doesn’t betray, even after years.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 21, 2024.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 21, 2024. Photo by Clive Rose - Formula 1 via Getty Images.

And it is also for this reason that, although courted with tens of millions of euros, he has always remained with the same team, Red Bull which, although often criticized by him and with harsh words, remains for him, raised by the very strict and no-holds-barred education of his father Jos, a real bulldog, almost a second family. This is Max's little world, where he lives in luxury but without many frills. Grumpy and shy to the point of rudeness, he is always ready to fight with anyone and at any time. But he is also paternal and full of attention with the little daughter that his girlfriend Kelly Piquet had from her previous relationship with his fellow driver Daniil Kyat, demonstrating a kind soul. In short, a pissed off but true one.

Max Verstappen sits in his car in the garage during practice for the Formula One Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps on 26 August 2016.

Max Verstappen sits in his car in the garage during practice for the Formula One Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps on 26 August 2016. Photo by Dan Istitene / Getty Images.

And, above all, Max Verstappen is a magician behind the wheel. A debut in Formula 1 at a very young age and incredible results, in line with the strongest ever. And without weak points, because he is fast in any circumstance and in any weather. He eats everyone's breakfast, like Senna and Schumacher did. And Max takes us back to those heroic times with his driving. It is difficult to predict what his numbers will have been at the end of his career and only then will it be possible to hypothesize a comparison with the giants of the past. But, at least until now, Max is with them and in full right. He says he doesn’t want to race in Formula 1 for much longer and, if he were to stop soon, we will miss him and he will be missed by Formula 1 because there is only one Max and it will be difficult for anyone to get close to him. Because he drives like God and practically never makes mistakes. His level of concentration while driving is not human but almost diabolical.

Max Verstappen in the Red Bull Racing RB20 during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 21, 2024.

Max Verstappen in the Red Bull Racing RB20 during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 21, 2024. Photo by Song Haiyuan / MB Media / Getty Images.

Having survived, fortunately having landed in an already safe premier class, accidents that in the Formula 1 of the past would have killed him, he has gained the necessary experience by completing his learning and has transformed himself, miraculously unharmed, into an invincible cyborg. If one criticism can be made of him, which is no small thing, it is that he is not a sports driver like Hamilton, he throws his opponent off the road as soon as he can and is willing to engage in physical combat in any circumstance, even when he is completely wrong. A sort of circuit bully. His ways are rough and his character moody and fickle. His almost total lack of diplomacy leads him to clash with everyone, including his engineers. The only one he really respects is his father Jos, who introduced him to racing with brusque and dictatorial methods (among other things Jos forbade Max from overtaking on the straight, to practice duels, to try to see an opportunity in every curve) and who now says that it is better for Max to be more tender in his answers. He has never been a driver with a suitcase - like many of his spoiled current colleagues who race in F1 only for their parents' money - and he has earned money and glory by sweating and risking in every curve, knowing that racing would have been the only way for him to assert himself.

Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton collide during the 2021 Italian Grand Prix.

Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton collide during the 2021 Italian Grand Prix.

Among his colleagues, the only one he truly fears is Lewis Hamilton and that’s why he has thrown him off the track as soon as he could, even risking to hurt him. He feels certainly superior to the rest of the drivers, except perhaps to Charles Leclerc. But these questionable personal characteristics, together with his superior driving skills, far from alienating him from the public's favour have elected him as a sort of charismatic Messiah of speed.

Max Verstappen during the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands at Circuit Zandvoort on August 25, 2024.

Max Verstappen during the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands at Circuit Zandvoort on August 25, 2024. Photo by Peter Fox - Formula 1 via Getty Images.

His fans are Dutch, the Zandvoort circuit is now a football stadium, but the orange wave that supports him has now spread throughout the world. Max Verstappen has the charm of the invincible, of the modern hero and his fans see in him a new Senna, even if perhaps Max in his heart feels superior to him too. Because he, for everyone now, is SuperMax.

Max Verstappen quotes

A young Max Verstappen in a kart with his father Jos.

A young Max Verstappen in a kart with his father Jos.

“This is what I've always done in my life, just race and drive cars and karts fast.”

Sebastian Vettel driving the Ferrari SF70H, Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB13 and Kimi Raikkonen driving the Ferrari SF70H are caught up in a crash at the start of the Formula One Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 17, 2017.

Sebastian Vettel driving the Ferrari SF70H, Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB13 and Kimi Raikkonen driving the Ferrari SF70H are caught up in a crash at the start of the Formula One Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 17, 2017. Photo by Lars Baron / Getty Images.

Responding to the general backlash he faced on his driving behaviour, the reigning four-time world champion said: "yes, but they don’t have the world champion mentality. I will always go to the limit to get the most out of every race and if I have to force it, then that’s just how it goes. Sometimes you have to cross a line. Well, I do.”

Third placed qualifier Max Verstappen looks on in parc ferme after qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on 28 October 2023 in Mexico City, Mexico.

Third placed qualifier Max Verstappen looks on in parc ferme after qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on 28 October 2023 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen asserted that for 70 percent of the 2024 campaign he didn't have the fastest machine, he is convinced he would have won it driving his closest rivals' cars too. In fact, when asked if he could have won the title with McLaren, he replied: "yes, even earlier, so [I would have been] further ahead. [With the Ferrari], pretty much the same I think. The Mercedes, no. I think that would have been trickier."

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen celebrates with his team after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen celebrates with his team after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021. Photo by Lars Baron / Getty Images.

"If I could relive my first title, that day, I think I would die of a heart attack. Normally before the race I don't get nervous, I do my normal preparations, but that time Kelly told me that my hands were cold. No, I don't want to relive that kind of moment."

Quotes about Max Verstappen and his mother

Max Verstappen hugs his father Jos.

Max Verstappen hugs his father Jos.

“There are people who say I’m a bad father because I mistreated my son, but I never did that: I raised him and I was tough on him. That was my plan, a lot of people can’t imagine what it takes to reach the absolute top of a sport. I’m not usually one to talk about this kind of stuff, but I think this gives a better idea of how each of us lived through that period. I know I’m not the easiest person to work with and I asked a lot of things of Max, but he was able to withstand it all. He’s always been very mentally strong.” Jos Verstappen

Chris Horner with Max Verstappen’s mother Sophie Kumpen.

Chris Horner with Max Verstappen’s mother Sophie Kumpen.

"It was 1989 and I was racing in the Junior Karting Championship. Verstappen's mother, Sophie Kumpen, was also on the track and she was fantastic, a top 10 driver in the world. At the time we were racing with Jan Magnussen, Kevin Magnussen's father, but also with Giancarlo Fisichella, Jarno Trulli and Dario Franchitti. Drivers who all had great careers. No one could have imagined that I would become her son's boss. If she beat me? You bet on it..." Chris Horner

Max Verstappen with Adrian Newey.

Max Verstappen with Adrian Newey. Photo by Getty Images.

"It's unfair to compare drivers from different eras, but I think Max is right up there with the best in Formula 1 history. I think the image of an aggressive driver is overdone. Maybe in his first races in Formula 1 he was, but if you look at last season, no. In general, he is very calm and measured, he has extraordinary reflexes and it's a pleasure to work with him. There's not even one thing in particular that defines a champion. For example, Mika Hakkinen didn't say much and sometimes you had to translate what he said, but if you interpreted those ten words correctly, they were very incisive. The great drivers - and I put Max in that category - know what they want from the car, they know how to communicate with their race engineer what they want and they know how to get it." Adrian Newey

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates with Red Bull team consultant Helmut Marko in parc ferme during the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on 08 October 2023 in Lusail City, Qatar.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates with Red Bull team consultant Helmut Marko in parc ferme during the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on 08 October 2023 in Lusail City, Qatar. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

“In winter they would go to Italy, as soon as it started raining everybody went to the cafeteria, there was just one car going around in the rain and that was Max.” Helmut Marko

“Max has such a commanding performance, an overview and the ability to push the limit again, that’s unique. I’ve never experienced anything like it.” Helmut Marko

Max Verstappen and Pierre Wache, chief engineer of performance engineering at Red Bull, talk in the garage during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Miami at Miami International Autodrome on May 04, 2024.

Max Verstappen and Pierre Wache, chief engineer of performance engineering at Red Bull, talk in the garage during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Miami at Miami International Autodrome on May 04, 2024. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

"Max is like Roger Federer and Michael Jordan. Why is he so special? Because he is like all the legends of every sport. Some people are capable of doing things that no one else can replicate. I don't know how he does it, but that's what he does. These athletes are capable of doing things that no one else can do. For our job, his feedback is very interesting because he manages the car at the limit, like no other driver can do." Pierre Waché

Eddie Jordan and Max Verstappen.

Eddie Jordan and Max Verstappen.

“I honestly believe, hand on heart, that if you could give Senna, Schumacher and Max (Verstappen) the same cars in the same race and a given moment, I think Max would edge it. I really think he’s that good.” Eddie Jordan

Max Verstappen wears a hat in tribute to the late Niki Lauda before the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 26, 2019.

Max Verstappen wears a hat in tribute to the late Niki Lauda before the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 26, 2019. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

“What we are seeing is the talent of the century.” Niki Lauda

“With Verstappen we are at the beginning of a new era.” Niki Lauda, 9 years ago, just before Max’s debut in Formula 1

Max Verstappen wheel to wheel with Charles Leclerc in the rain.

Max Verstappen wheel to wheel with Charles Leclerc in the rain.

“In 2021 he stole the World Championship. Never before had such an unintelligent decision been seen as that of those who managed the safety car. It was a scandal. This year, Red Bull was superior and so was Verstappen. Several times, like in Zandvoort, he massacred the race. He and Leclerc are very close, but Max has something more. What he did on the first corner in Suzuka: braking in the rain, on the outside. When needed, he is able to brake after the others. The strongest? Verstappen and Leclerc and I give 51 to Max and 49 to Charles, for the first corner after the start. For the braking he does there and because he forces the others to lift their foot. It takes balls.” Rene’ Arnoux for the Gazzetta dello Sport in 2022

Susi Martinis and Italian Formula One driver Riccardo Patrese with their son Simone at the Excelsior Hotel bar during the Venice Film Festival on August 30, 1982.

Susi Martinis and Italian Formula One driver Riccardo Patrese with their son Simone at the Excelsior Hotel bar during the Venice Film Festival on August 30, 1982. Photo by Edoardo Fornaciari / Getty Images.

"What do I think of the current F1 drivers? There are some "good" ones, but I see them as very "taught": they do their homework and that's it, in my day you learned by instinct. Hamilton or Verstappen? At the moment Max has 'self confidence' and the wind in his sails. He's strong, bad and even an asshole, which doesn't hurt. Lewis? Now he's more likeable because he stopped dominating. And a World Championship, in 2021, was stolen from him." Riccardo Patrese

Two youngsters Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc.

Two youngsters Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc.

"When we were kids we couldn't see each other but with time, now we are more mature, we talk and there has been great progress. He is a good boy but, in the end, when we put on the helmet the competition that was already there in the karting days returns." Charles Leclerc

Sebastian Vettel, Ferrari, with Max Verstappen, Red Bull, in 2020.

Sebastian Vettel, Ferrari, with Max Verstappen, Red Bull, in 2020.

"It often happens that you see the things other drivers do, to copy each other and you think: 'yes, I'll try' or 'yes, I can do it too' and 'yes, it should be possible', but with Max Verstappen it's really difficult. All of this can only arouse a bit of envy, but I hope that all of this continues for him and, above all, that he enjoys it. The things he manages to do with the car make you think: 'wow, I don't know if I could imitate him.'" Sebastian Vettel

Jenson Button with a young Max Verstappen.

Jenson Button with a young Max Verstappen.

“I think he is the fastest driver that has ever driven an F1 car. I really do. I think he is unbelievably fast.” Jenson Button

George Russell and Max Verstappen on December 01, 2024.

George Russell and Max Verstappen on December 01, 2024.

George Russell has claimed his Formula One rival Max Verstappen threatened him with violence during the escalating tensions between the drivers at the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix. The Mercedes driver said the newly crowned world champion told him: “he was going to purposefully go out of his way to crash into me and ‘put me on my fucking head in the wall.’ So to question somebody’s integrity as a person, while saying comments like that the day before, I find is very ironic and I’m not going to sit here and accept it. People have been bullied by Max for years now and you can’t question his driving abilities. But he cannot deal with adversity. Whenever anything has gone against him, he lashes out. Budapest this year, the very first race the car wasn’t dominant, crashing into Lewis [Hamilton], slamming his team... As I said those comments on Saturday night and Sunday were totally disrespectful and unnecessary. Because what happens on track, we fight hard, that’s part of racing. What happens in the stewards’ room, you fight hard, but it’s never personal. But he’s taken it too far now." Russell had wanted the incident to remain private until he saw Verstappen’s outburst in the media. “I honestly just want to set the record straight,” George said, “because it’s just a total double standard that he has for the regulations and just thinking he is above everybody else.”

 

Photo gallery

Sophie Kumpen, Max Verstappen’s mother, was two-time Belgian karting champion. Influenced by her family, she started kart racing aged 11.

Sophie Kumpen, Max Verstappen’s mother, was two-time Belgian karting champion. Influenced by her family, she started kart racing aged 11.

Sophie Kumpen began her career in kart racing competing at four Karting World Championships and winning the prestigious Andrea Margutti Trophy in 1995, becoming the third woman in history to win a major international karting title after Susanna Raganelli and Cathy Muller.

Sophie Kumpen began her career in kart racing competing at four Karting World Championships and winning the prestigious Andrea Margutti Trophy in 1995, becoming the third woman in history to win a major international karting title after Susanna Raganelli and Cathy Muller.

Jos Verstappen, Max Verstappen’s father, in a Benetton-Ford B194 at the Grand Prix of Hungary at Hungaroring on 14 August 1994.

Jos Verstappen, Max Verstappen’s father, in a Benetton-Ford B194 at the Grand Prix of Hungary at Hungaroring on 14 August 1994. Photo by Paul-Henri Cahier / Getty Images.

As a young girl Sophie Kumpen wanted to prove to the world that girls could compete against boys in the karting world.

As a young girl Sophie Kumpen wanted to prove to the world that girls could compete against boys in the karting world.

Sophie Kumpen in action at Parma.

Sophie Kumpen in action at Parma.

Sophie Kumpen's career was so remarkable that she could envision reaching Formula 1 one day.

Sophie Kumpen's career was so remarkable that she could envision reaching Formula 1 one day.

In 1995, at the prestigious annual Andrea Margutti karting competition, which takes place in Lombardy, near Bergamo, Kumpen took victory over Jarno Trulli, just after the latter won his second karting world championship. However, Verstappen's mother managed to win the Andrea Margutti ahead of him.

In 1995, at the prestigious annual Andrea Margutti karting competition, which takes place in Lombardy, near Bergamo, Kumpen took victory over Jarno Trulli, just after the latter won his second karting world championship. However, Verstappen's mother managed to win the Andrea Margutti ahead of him.

In 1996 Jos Verstappen married Belgian ex-kart driver champion Sophie Kumpen. Jos and Sophie were married to each other from 1996 to 2008 but endured a torrid time together. Their marriage was never happy and the only reason they stayed together for so long was for the sake of their children. Verstappen and Kumpen were both extremely passionate about motorsports and their early years together were fueled mainly by this shared love. However, after Jos retired from F1 at the end of the 2003 season, their relationship went downhill. Max Verstappen was just four years old at the time, two older than his sister Victoria.

In 1996 Jos Verstappen married Belgian ex-kart driver champion Sophie Kumpen. Jos and Sophie were married to each other from 1996 to 2008 but endured a torrid time together. Their marriage was never happy and the only reason they stayed together for so long was for the sake of their children. Verstappen and Kumpen were both extremely passionate about motorsports and their early years together were fueled mainly by this shared love. However, after Jos retired from F1 at the end of the 2003 season, their relationship went downhill. Max Verstappen was just four years old at the time, two older than his sister Victoria. Photo by Edwin Janssen.

Sophie Kumpen retired from racing upon the birth of her son Max in September 1997. She returned to racing in 2013, competing in the Formido Swift Cup in the Netherlands before suffering a career-ending injury at Zandvoort.

Sophie Kumpen retired from racing upon the birth of her son Max in September 1997. She returned to racing in 2013, competing in the Formido Swift Cup in the Netherlands before suffering a career-ending injury at Zandvoort.

Max Verstappen with his mother Sophie-Marie Kumpen. She could have been one of the best F1 drivers of all time but gave up dream at 21.

Max Verstappen with his mother Sophie-Marie Kumpen. She could have been one of the best F1 drivers of all time but gave up dream at 21.

Sophie Kumpen, here with her two children Max and Victoria, ended up calling time on her F1 ambitions to support her family.

Sophie Kumpen, here with her two children Max and Victoria, ended up calling time on her F1 ambitions to support her family. Photo by @sophiekumpen Instagram.

A young Max Verstappen.

A young Max Verstappen.

Max Verstappen, aged two years and eight months, at the 2000 European Grand Prix at the Nurburgring, where father Jos finished 13th.

Max Verstappen, aged two years and eight months, at the 2000 European Grand Prix at the Nurburgring, where father Jos finished 13th.

Max Verstappen with his father Jos during the karting European Championship in 1999.

Max Verstappen with his father Jos during the karting European Championship in 1999. Photo-by Jacky Foulatier.

Max Verstappen has been karting since he was four, in the humid climate of The Netherlands. His father Jos used to walk with him on the track to explain how to optimally use the track under wet conditions.

Max Verstappen has been karting since he was four, in the humid climate of The Netherlands. His father Jos used to walk with him on the track to explain how to optimally use the track under wet conditions.

Young Max posing in his kart together with his recently deceased grandfather Frans Verstappen, father Jos Verstappen and Jos's half-brother (and Max's uncle) Danillo Verstappen.

Young Max posing in his kart together with his recently deceased grandfather Frans Verstappen, father Jos Verstappen and Jos's half-brother (and Max's uncle) Danillo Verstappen.

A young Max Verstappen with his helmet.

A young Max Verstappen with his helmet.

A very young Max in a kart while his father Jos is standing on the track.

A very young Max in a kart while his father Jos is standing on the track.

Jos Verstappen, Arrows A22, with Enrique Bernoldi, Arrows A22, at the qualifying of the British Grand Prix in Silverstone on 14 July 2001.

Jos Verstappen, Arrows A22, with Enrique Bernoldi, Arrows A22, at the qualifying of the British Grand Prix in Silverstone on 14 July 2001. Photo by Bearne / Sutton Images.

A young Max Verstappen with his father Jos.

A young Max Verstappen with his father Jos.

A young Max Verstappen at the kart track with his mother Sophie Kumpen and father Jos Verstappen.

A young Max Verstappen at the kart track with his mother Sophie Kumpen and father Jos Verstappen.

Loyal Jos Verstappen fans have made the long trip to Malaysia for the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang on 21 March 2003.

Loyal Jos Verstappen fans have made the long trip to Malaysia for the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang on 21 March 2003. Photo by Sutton Images.

Sophie Verstappen, wife of Jos Verstappen, at the Hungarian Grand Prix at Hungaroring on 22 August 2003.

Sophie Verstappen, wife of Jos Verstappen, at the Hungarian Grand Prix at Hungaroring on 22 August 2003. Photo by McNeil / Sutton Images.

Sophie Verstappen with husband Jos during Thunder at the Rock at the Rockingham Motor Speedway in Corby, England, on 29-31 August 2003.

Sophie Verstappen with husband Jos during Thunder at the Rock at the Rockingham Motor Speedway in Corby, England, on 29-31 August 2003. Photo by Mark Capilitan / Sutton Images.

Sophie Verstappen during Thunder at the Rock at the Rockingham Motor Speedway in Corby, England, on 29-31 August 2003.

Sophie Verstappen during Thunder at the Rock at the Rockingham Motor Speedway in Corby, England, on 29-31 August 2003. Photo by Mark Capilitan / Sutton Images.

Van Merksteijn Motorsport drivers Jos Verstappen and Peter Van Merksteijn of the Netherlands pose for a photograph with a female guest while attending the drivers parade in Le Mans town centre prior to the 76th running of the Le Mans 24 Hour race at the Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans on 13 June 2008 in Le Mans, France.

Van Merksteijn Motorsport drivers Jos Verstappen and Peter Van Merksteijn of the Netherlands pose for a photograph with a female guest while attending the drivers parade in Le Mans town centre prior to the 76th running of the Le Mans 24 Hour race at the Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans on 13 June 2008 in Le Mans, France. Photo by Mike Hewitt / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen, CRG, finished second in the 2010 Winter Cup at Lonato, Italy, on 19 - 21 February 2010.

Max Verstappen, CRG, finished second in the 2010 Winter Cup at Lonato, Italy, on 19 - 21 February 2010. Photo by Sutton Images.

KF3 podium and results: 1st Egor Orudzhev (RUS), Intrepid, 2nd Max Verstappen (NED), CRG, 3rd Alexander Albon (GBR), Intrepid. 15th Winter Cup, South Garda Karting, Lonato, Italy, 19 - 21 February 2010.

KF3 podium and results: 1st Egor Orudzhev (RUS), Intrepid, 2nd Max Verstappen (NED), CRG, 3rd Alexander Albon (GBR), Intrepid. 15th Winter Cup, South Garda Karting, Lonato, Italy, 19 - 21 February 2010. Photo by Sutton Images.

A young Max Verstappen with his dad Jos 'the boss' Verstappen.

A young Max Verstappen with his dad Jos 'the boss' Verstappen.

Max Verstappen, CRG, with his father Jos during WSK Euro Series KF3 at La Conca, Italy, on 07 March 2010.

Max Verstappen, CRG, with his father Jos during WSK Euro Series KF3 at La Conca, Italy, on 07 March 2010. Photo by Sutton Images.

Max Verstappen in the simulator in 2011.

Max Verstappen in the simulator in 2011.

Max Verstappen in the simulator in 2011.

Max Verstappen in the simulator in 2011.

Max Verstappen kissed by two girls in 2011.

Max Verstappen kissed by two girls in 2011.

Max Verstappen with his parents at Lonato, Italy, on 17 – 19 February 2012.

Max Verstappen with his parents at Lonato, Italy, on 17 – 19 February 2012.

Sophie Kumpen rubbed shoulders with Button, Fisichella or Trulli in karting. She left racing to join her son Max in F1.

Sophie Kumpen rubbed shoulders with Button, Fisichella or Trulli in karting. She left racing to join her son Max in F1.

Max Verstappen, Van Amersfoort Racing, Dallara F312 – Volkswagen, with his father Jos at the F3 European Championship, round 1, race 1, in Silverstone on 18 - 20 April 2014.

Max Verstappen, Van Amersfoort Racing, Dallara F312 – Volkswagen, with his father Jos at the F3 European Championship, round 1, race 1, in Silverstone on 18 - 20 April 2014. Photo by Hoch Zwei / Corbis via Getty Images.

Sophie Kumpen, Max Verstappen’s mother.

Sophie Kumpen, Max Verstappen’s mother.

Sophie Kumpen, Max Verstappen’s mother.

Sophie Kumpen, Max Verstappen’s mother.

Max Verstappen of Netherlands and Scuderia Toro Rosso drives during day two of the final Formula One winter testing at Circuit de Catalunya on 27 February 2015 in Montmelo, Spain.

Max Verstappen of Netherlands and Scuderia Toro Rosso drives during day two of the final Formula One winter testing at Circuit de Catalunya on 27 February 2015 in Montmelo, Spain. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen in a kart with his father Jos.

Max Verstappen in a kart with his father Jos.

Max Verstappen, Toro Rosso, with his father Jos are seen on a boat in the harbour during previews of the Monaco Grand Prix on 22 May 2015.

Max Verstappen, Toro Rosso, with his father Jos are seen on a boat in the harbour during previews of the Monaco Grand Prix on 22 May 2015. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Jos and Max Verstappen with a kart.

Jos and Max Verstappen with a kart.

On 05 May 2016, following the Russian Grand Prix, Red Bull Racing announced that Max Verstappen would be replacing Daniil Kvyat from the Spanish Grand Prix onwards, with Kvyat returning to Toro Rosso.

On 05 May 2016, following the Russian Grand Prix, Red Bull Racing announced that Max Verstappen would be replacing Daniil Kvyat from the Spanish Grand Prix onwards, with Kvyat returning to Toro Rosso.

Max Verstappen in a Red Bull.

Max Verstappen in a Red Bull.

Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing and Daniil Kvyat of Russia and Scuderia Toro Rosso at the drivers press conference during previews of the Spanish Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit de Catalunya on 12 May 2016 in Montmelo, Spain.

Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing and Daniil Kvyat of Russia and Scuderia Toro Rosso at the drivers press conference during previews of the Spanish Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit de Catalunya on 12 May 2016 in Montmelo, Spain. Photo by Clive Mason / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen runs with the ball during the 24th World Stars football match at Stade Louis II, Monaco, before the Monaco Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit de Monaco on May 24, 2016.

Max Verstappen runs with the ball during the 24th World Stars football match at Stade Louis II, Monaco, before the Monaco Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit de Monaco on May 24, 2016. Photo by Lars Baron / Getty Images.

Daniel Ricciardo, Red Bull and Max Verstappen, Red Bull, race drones during previews of the Canadian Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve on 08 June 2016 in Montreal, Canada.

Daniel Ricciardo, Red Bull and Max Verstappen, Red Bull, race drones during previews of the Canadian Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve on 08 June 2016 in Montreal, Canada. Photo by Dan Istitene / Getty Images.

Daniel Ricciardo of Australia and Red Bull Racing and Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing during previews ahead of the European Formula One Grand Prix at Baku City Circuit on June 16, 2016.

Daniel Ricciardo of Australia and Red Bull Racing and Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing during previews ahead of the European Formula One Grand Prix at Baku City Circuit on June 16, 2016. Photo by Dan Istitene / Getty Images.

Daniel Ricciardo of Australia and Red Bull Racing and Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing pose with some girls in their lederhosen themed race suits during previews ahead of the Formula One Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on 30 June 2016 in Spielberg, Austria.

Daniel Ricciardo of Australia and Red Bull Racing and Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing pose with some girls in their lederhosen themed race suits during previews ahead of the Formula One Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on 30 June 2016 in Spielberg, Austria. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen with the Formula Unas girls before final practice for the Formula One Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on 02 July 2016 in Spielberg, Austria.

Max Verstappen with the Formula Unas girls before final practice for the Formula One Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on 02 July 2016 in Spielberg, Austria. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen rides a bicycle with race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase on the track during previews for the Formula One Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo di Monza on 01 September 2016 in Monza, Italy.

Max Verstappen rides a bicycle with race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase on the track during previews for the Formula One Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo di Monza on 01 September 2016 in Monza, Italy. Photo by Charles Coates / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull-RB12 on track during practice for the Formula One Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 16, 2016.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull-RB12 on track during practice for the Formula One Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 16, 2016. Photo by Lars Baron / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB12 on track during qualifying for the Formula One Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 17, 2016.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB12 on track during qualifying for the Formula One Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 17, 2016. Photo by Lars Baron / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen plays Malaysian sport sepak takraw at the iM4U Sentral in Puchong during previews for the Malaysia Formula One Grand Prix at Sepang Circuit on 28 September 2016 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Max Verstappen plays Malaysian sport sepak takraw at the iM4U Sentral in Puchong during previews for the Malaysia Formula One Grand Prix at Sepang Circuit on 28 September 2016 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Photo by Clive Rose / Getty Images.

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen in full Dia de Muertos face paint during previews of the Formula One Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on October 27, 2016.

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen in full Dia de Muertos face paint during previews of the Formula One Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on October 27, 2016. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Daniel Ricciardo of Australia and Red Bull Racing celebrates getting third position with Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing after Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari was given a 10 second penalty following a stewards enquiry during the Formula One Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on October 30, 2016.

Daniel Ricciardo of Australia and Red Bull Racing celebrates getting third position with Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing after Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari was given a 10 second penalty following a stewards enquiry during the Formula One Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on October 30, 2016. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo pose for a photograph during the Red Bull Racing Sunset Sands on 23 November 2016 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo pose for a photograph during the Red Bull Racing Sunset Sands on 23 November 2016 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Photo by Francois Nel / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen poses for a photo with fans during practice for the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit on 25 November 2016 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Max Verstappen poses for a photo with fans during practice for the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit on 25 November 2016 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Sophie Kumpen, Max Verstappen’s mother.

Sophie Kumpen, Max Verstappen’s mother.

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen meet the Red Bull Racing Formula Unas outside the Red Bull Racing garage before the Australian F1 Grand Prix at Albert Park on March 26, 2017 in Melbourne.

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen meet the Red Bull Racing Formula Unas outside the Red Bull Racing garage before the Australian F1 Grand Prix at Albert Park on March 26, 2017 in Melbourne. Photo by Robert Cianflone / Getty Images.

Grid girls for Lance Stroll and Max Verstappen at Sochi Autodrom, Sochi, Russia, on Sunday 30 April 2017.

Grid girls for Lance Stroll and Max Verstappen at Sochi Autodrom, Sochi, Russia, on Sunday 30 April 2017. Photo by Charles Coates / LAT Images.

Max Verstappen rides a jet ski in Monaco harbour during previews of the Monaco Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit de Monaco on 26 May 2017 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco.

Max Verstappen rides a jet ski in Monaco harbour during previews of the Monaco Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit de Monaco on 26 May 2017 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing pose for a photo with fans during previews of the Monaco Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit de Monaco on May 26, 2017.

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing pose for a photo with fans during previews of the Monaco Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit de Monaco on May 26, 2017. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen enjoy a trip to NASA Space Center in Houston, USA, on October 18, 2017.

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen enjoy a trip to NASA Space Center in Houston, USA, on October 18, 2017. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen looks on in the paddock during previews ahead of the Bahrain Formula One Grand Prix at Bahrain International Circuit on April 5, 2018.

Max Verstappen looks on in the paddock during previews ahead of the Bahrain Formula One Grand Prix at Bahrain International Circuit on April 5, 2018. Photo by Clive Mason / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen in the company of a beautiful girl.

Max Verstappen in the company of a beautiful girl.

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen drive a Lada Niva in Gobustan Land of the Bulls during previews ahead of the Azerbaijan F1 Grand Prix at Baku City Circuit on April 26, 2018.

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen drive a Lada Niva in Gobustan Land of the Bulls during previews ahead of the Azerbaijan F1 Grand Prix at Baku City Circuit on April 26, 2018. Photo by Dan Istitene / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen gets some boxing lessons from World Champion Jorge Arce in Mexico City in October 2018.

Max Verstappen gets some boxing lessons from World Champion Jorge Arce in Mexico City in October 2018.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull Racing RB14 overtakes Kimi Raikkonen driving the Ferrari SF71H and Sebastian Vettel driving the Ferrari SF71H on track during the Formula One Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on 11 November 2018 in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull Racing RB14 overtakes Kimi Raikkonen driving the Ferrari SF71H and Sebastian Vettel driving the Ferrari SF71H on track during the Formula One Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on 11 November 2018 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Lewis Hamilton driving the Mercedes AMG WO9 leads Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB14 on track during the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit on 25 November 2018 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Lewis Hamilton driving the Mercedes AMG WO9 leads Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB14 on track during the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit on 25 November 2018 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Photo by Charles Coates / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen stops for a selfie with some female fans.

Max Verstappen stops for a selfie with some female fans.

Max Verstappen attends an intimate dinner hosted by TAG Heuer kicking off the Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend by unveiling the Monaco 1969-1979 Limited Edition, the first of five new Monaco collector timepieces celebrating the 50th anniversary of the iconic watch, on 24 May 2019 in Monaco.

Max Verstappen attends an intimate dinner hosted by TAG Heuer kicking off the Monaco Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend by unveiling the Monaco 1969-1979 Limited Edition, the first of five new Monaco collector timepieces celebrating the 50th anniversary of the iconic watch, on 24 May 2019 in Monaco. Photo by David M. Benett / Getty Images for TAG Heuer.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB15 and Sebastian Vettel in a Ferrari SF90 crash during the F1 Grand Prix of Great Britain at Silverstone on July 14, 2019.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB15 and Sebastian Vettel in a Ferrari SF90 crash during the F1 Grand Prix of Great Britain at Silverstone on July 14, 2019. Photo by Charles Coates / Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB15 celebrates with his fans during the F1 Grand Prix of Germany at Hockenheimring on July 28, 2019.

Race winner Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB15 celebrates with his fans during the F1 Grand Prix of Germany at Hockenheimring on July 28, 2019. Photo by Charles Coates / Getty Images.

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen get festive at the Red Bull factory at Christmas in 2019.

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen get festive at the Red Bull factory at Christmas in 2019.

Pole position qualifier Lewis Hamilton and third placed qualifier Max Verstappen walk in parc ferme after qualifying for the F1 Grand Prix of Tuscany at Mugello Circuit on 12 September 2020 in Scarperia, Italy.

Pole position qualifier Lewis Hamilton and third placed qualifier Max Verstappen walk in parc ferme after qualifying for the F1 Grand Prix of Tuscany at Mugello Circuit on 12 September 2020 in Scarperia, Italy. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

To get around, Max Verstappen uses a Dassault Falcon 900-EX, a private jet equipped with every comfort, to which fans have even dedicated a social media account where every move is monitored. He customized it with the colors of Holland and the lion, symbol that he also sports on his helmet. The aircraft was purchased towards the end of 2020, it belonged to Richard Branson, founder of Virgin. Cost? Around 13 million euros. Inside there are beds, bar and relaxation corners and a total of 12 seats.

To get around, Max Verstappen uses a Dassault Falcon 900-EX, a private jet equipped with every comfort, to which fans have even dedicated a social media account where every move is monitored. He customized it with the colors of Holland and the lion, symbol that he also sports on his helmet. The aircraft was purchased towards the end of 2020, it belonged to Richard Branson, founder of Virgin. Cost? Around 13 million euros. Inside there are beds, bar and relaxation corners and a total of 12 seats.

Max Verstappen and his sister Victoria Jane at his luxurious home with a screen saver-worthy view in Monaco.

Max Verstappen and his sister Victoria Jane at his luxurious home with a screen saver-worthy view in Monaco. Photo by Max Verstappen. Instagram.

Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet went Instagram official on January 01, 2021.

Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet went Instagram official on January 01, 2021.

Max Verstappen and his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen and his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen and his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen and his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen and his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen and his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen and his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen and his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen on a night out with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet, his sister Victoria and his mother Sophie.

Max Verstappen on a night out with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet, his sister Victoria and his mother Sophie.

Pole position qualifier Max Verstappen of Netherlands and Red Bull Racing and second place qualifier Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Mercedes celebrate in parc ferme after qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on March 27, 2021.

Pole position qualifier Max Verstappen of Netherlands and Red Bull Racing and second place qualifier Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Mercedes celebrate in parc ferme after qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on March 27, 2021. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB16B Honda on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 23, 2021.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB16B Honda on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 23, 2021. Photo by Lars Baron / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet share a post race kiss after the Monaco Grand Prix win on May 23, 2021.

Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet share a post race kiss after the Monaco Grand Prix win on May 23, 2021.

Race winner Max Verstappen of Netherlands and Red Bull Racing poses with members of the presentation party during the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 23, 2021 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco.

Race winner Max Verstappen of Netherlands and Red Bull Racing poses with members of the presentation party during the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 23, 2021 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco. Photo by Mario Renzi - Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen kicks his tyre as he reacts after crashing during the F1 Grand Prix of Azerbaijan at Baku City Circuit on 06 June 2021 in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Max Verstappen kicks his tyre as he reacts after crashing during the F1 Grand Prix of Azerbaijan at Baku City Circuit on 06 June 2021 in Baku, Azerbaijan. Photo by Clive Rose / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen of Netherlands and Red Bull Racing and Red Bull Racing Team Principal Christian Horner pose for a photo with King Willem - Alexander, Queen Maxima Princess Catharina - Amalia and Princess Alexia of the Netherlands outside the Red Bull Racing garage ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of The Netherlands at Circuit Zandvoort on September 05, 2021 in Zandvoort, Netherlands.

Max Verstappen of Netherlands and Red Bull Racing and Red Bull Racing Team Principal Christian Horner pose for a photo with King Willem - Alexander, Queen Maxima Princess Catharina - Amalia and Princess Alexia of the Netherlands outside the Red Bull Racing garage ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of The Netherlands at Circuit Zandvoort on September 05, 2021 in Zandvoort, Netherlands. Photo by Dan Mullan / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB16B Honda and Lewis Hamilton driving the Mercedes AMG W12 crash during the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo di Monza on September 12, 2021.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB16B Honda and Lewis Hamilton driving the Mercedes AMG W12 crash during the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo di Monza on September 12, 2021. Photo by Peter Van Egmond / Getty Images.

Sparks fly behind Max Verstappen during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Losail International Circuit on November 19, 2021 in Doha, Qatar.

Sparks fly behind Max Verstappen during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Losail International Circuit on November 19, 2021 in Doha, Qatar. Photo by Mario Renzi / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen with his mother Sophie and his sister Victoria.

Max Verstappen with his mother Sophie and his sister Victoria.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing celebrates in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing celebrates in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Photo by Mahmoud Khaled / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing celebrates in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing celebrates in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen celebrates with his father Jos Verstappen in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen celebrates with his father Jos Verstappen in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021. Photo by Dan Istitene / Getty Images.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing is congratulated by runner up in the race and championship Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Mercedes during the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull Racing is congratulated by runner up in the race and championship Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Mercedes during the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Photo by Mahmoud Khaled / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Photo by Lars Baron / Getty Images.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen celebrates with his father Jos Verstappen in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021.

Race winner and 2021 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen celebrates with his father Jos Verstappen in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021. Photo by Mark Thompson / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Kelly Piquet celebrates with Max Verstappen after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021.

Kelly Piquet celebrates with Max Verstappen after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021. Photo by Bryn Lennon / Getty Images.

Kelly Piquet hugs Max Verstappen World Champion at Abu Dhabi on December 12, 2021.

Kelly Piquet hugs Max Verstappen World Champion at Abu Dhabi on December 12, 2021.

Kelly Piquet celebrates at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021.

Kelly Piquet celebrates at Yas Marina Circuit on December 12, 2021. Photo by Cristiano Barni / ATP Images / Getty Images.

F1 World Champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing poses with Kelly Piquet during the FIA Prize Giving ceremony on December 16, 2021 in Paris, France.

F1 World Champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing poses with Kelly Piquet during the FIA Prize Giving ceremony on December 16, 2021 in Paris, France.

Max Verstappen with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen and his partner Kelly Piquet take a helicopter ride together in Austria.

Max Verstappen and his partner Kelly Piquet take a helicopter ride together in Austria.

Max Verstappen with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet.

Max Verstappen with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet. Photo by Instagram @kellypiquet.

Max Verstappen waves Charles Leclerc after the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on March 27, 2022 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Max Verstappen waves Charles Leclerc after the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on March 27, 2022 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Photo by Eric Alonso / Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on March 27, 2022.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on March 27, 2022. Photo by Mario Renzi / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen leads Sergio Perez and the rest of the field on lap one during the F1 Grand Prix of Emilia Romagna at Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari on April 24, 2022 in Imola, Italy.

Max Verstappen leads Sergio Perez and the rest of the field on lap one during the F1 Grand Prix of Emilia Romagna at Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari on April 24, 2022 in Imola, Italy. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Miami at the Miami International Autodrome on May 08, 2022 in Miami, Florida.

Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Miami at the Miami International Autodrome on May 08, 2022 in Miami, Florida. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull Racing RB18 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Spain at Circuit de Barcelona - Catalunya on May 22, 2022 in Barcelona, Spain.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull Racing RB18 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Spain at Circuit de Barcelona - Catalunya on May 22, 2022 in Barcelona, Spain. Photo by Clive Mason / Getty Images.

Princess Charlene of Monaco and Prince Albert of Monaco pose for a photo prior to qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 28, 2022 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco.

Princess Charlene of Monaco and Prince Albert of Monaco pose for a photo prior to qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 28, 2022 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Canada at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve on June 19, 2022 in Montreal, Quebec.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Canada at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve on June 19, 2022 in Montreal, Quebec. Photo by Clive Rose / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB18 on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands at Zandvoort on September 03, 2022.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB18 on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands at Zandvoort on September 03, 2022. Photo by Clive Mason / Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen waves to the crowd after the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands on September 04, 2022 in Zandvoort.

Race winner Max Verstappen waves to the crowd after the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands on September 04, 2022 in Zandvoort. Photo by Lars Baron / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet pose for a photo during a red flag delay during the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka International Racing Course on October 09, 2022.

Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet pose for a photo during a red flag delay during the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka International Racing Course on October 09, 2022. Photo by Peter Fox / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB18 and Lewis Hamilton driving the Mercedes AMG W13 collide during the F1 Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on November 13, 2022 in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB18 and Lewis Hamilton driving the Mercedes AMG W13 collide during the F1 Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on November 13, 2022 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Photo by Bryn Lennon / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on November 20, 2022 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on November 20, 2022 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet pose for a photo after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on November 20, 2022.

Race winner Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet pose for a photo after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on November 20, 2022. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Carola Martinez and Sergio Pérez, Geri Halliwell and Christian Horner, Kelly Piquet and Max Verstappen during the FIA Prize Giving at Bologna Fiere on December 09, 2022 in Bologna, Italy.

Carola Martinez and Sergio Pérez, Geri Halliwell and Christian Horner, Kelly Piquet and Max Verstappen during the FIA Prize Giving at Bologna Fiere on December 09, 2022 in Bologna, Italy. Photo by Rudy Carezzevoli / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen with his trophies.

Max Verstappen with his trophies.

Race winner Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 passes his team celebrating on the pitwall during the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on March 05, 2023.

Race winner Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 passes his team celebrating on the pitwall during the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on March 05, 2023. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen wears a blonde wig in the paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit on 30 March 2023 in Melbourne, Australia.

Max Verstappen wears a blonde wig in the paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit on 30 March 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. Photo by Robert Cianflone / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen wears a blonde wig in the paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit on 30 March 2023 in Melbourne, Australia.

Max Verstappen wears a blonde wig in the paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit on 30 March 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. Photo by Robert Cianflone / Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen, second placed Lewis Hamilton and third placed Fernando Alonso celebrate on the podium after the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit on April 02, 2023.

Race winner Max Verstappen, second placed Lewis Hamilton and third placed Fernando Alonso celebrate on the podium after the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit on April 02, 2023. Photo by Peter Fox / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen prepares to drive in the garage during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 26, 2023 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco.

Max Verstappen prepares to drive in the garage during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 26, 2023 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco. Photo by Dan Mullan / Getty Images.

A general view showing Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 26, 2023 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco.

A general view showing Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 26, 2023 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit of Monaco on May 26, 2023.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit of Monaco on May 26, 2023. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Pole position qualifier Max Verstappen is presented with the Pirelli Pole Position Award by Maria Sharapova after qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 27, 2023.

Pole position qualifier Max Verstappen is presented with the Pirelli Pole Position Award by Maria Sharapova after qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 27, 2023. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Pole position qualifier Max Verstappen is presented with the Pirelli Pole Position Award by Maria Sharapova after qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 27, 2023.

Pole position qualifier Max Verstappen is presented with the Pirelli Pole Position Award by Maria Sharapova after qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 27, 2023. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

This is how Max Verstappen got the pole position at Monaco in 2023, scratching the walls.

This is how Max Verstappen got the pole position at Monaco in 2023, scratching the walls.

Maria Sharapova poses for a photo next to the car of Sergio Perez of Mexico and Red Bull in the garage during the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 28, 2023.

Maria Sharapova poses for a photo next to the car of Sergio Perez of Mexico and Red Bull in the garage during the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 28, 2023. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 28, 2023.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 28, 2023. Photo by Ryan Pierse / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen makes a pitstop during the F1 Grand Prix of Spain at Circuit de Barcelona - Catalunya on June 04, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain.

Max Verstappen makes a pitstop during the F1 Grand Prix of Spain at Circuit de Barcelona - Catalunya on June 04, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. Photo by Dan Istitene / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen walks to the garage prior to practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on June 30, 2023 in Spielberg, Austria.

Max Verstappen walks to the garage prior to practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on June 30, 2023 in Spielberg, Austria. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on July 02, 2023 in Spielberg, Austria.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on July 02, 2023 in Spielberg, Austria. Photo by Joe Portlock / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on July 02, 2023 in Spielberg, Austria.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on July 02, 2023 in Spielberg, Austria. Photo by Joe Portlock / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on track during the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa - Francorchamps on July 29, 2023.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on track during the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa - Francorchamps on July 29, 2023. Photo by Francois Nel / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa - Francorchamps on July 30, 2023 in Spa, Belgium.

Max Verstappen on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa - Francorchamps on July 30, 2023 in Spa, Belgium. Photo by Dan Mullan / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen leads Lando Norris driving the McLaren MCL60 Mercedes and the rest of the field at the start of the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands at Zandvoort on August 27, 2023.

Max Verstappen leads Lando Norris driving the McLaren MCL60 Mercedes and the rest of the field at the start of the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands at Zandvoort on August 27, 2023. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull Racing RB19 in the rain during the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands at Zandvoort on August 27, 2023.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull Racing RB19 in the rain during the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands at Zandvoort on August 27, 2023. Photo by Joe Portlock / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen and second placed Fernando Alonso celebrate in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands at Zandvoort on August 27, 2023.

Race winner Max Verstappen and second placed Fernando Alonso celebrate in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands at Zandvoort on August 27, 2023. Photo by Mario Renzi / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates with his grandmother in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands at Zandvoort on August 27, 2023.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates with his grandmother in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands at Zandvoort on August 27, 2023. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen prepares to drive in the garage during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on September 01, 2023.

Max Verstappen prepares to drive in the garage during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on September 01, 2023. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Carlos Sainz driving the Ferrari SF-23 and Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 battle for track position during the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on September 03, 2023.

Carlos Sainz driving the Ferrari SF-23 and Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 battle for track position during the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on September 03, 2023. Photo by Ryan Pierse / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen 10 consecutive victories in Monza on 03 September 2023.

Max Verstappen 10 consecutive victories in Monza on 03 September 2023.

Race winner Max Verstappen and second placed Sergio Perez celebrate on the podium after the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on September 03, 2023.

Race winner Max Verstappen and second placed Sergio Perez celebrate on the podium after the F1 Grand Prix of Italy at Autodromo Nazionale Monza on September 03, 2023. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen prepares to drive in the garage during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on 06 October 2023 in Lusail City, Qatar.

Max Verstappen prepares to drive in the garage during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on 06 October 2023 in Lusail City, Qatar. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

2023 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen celebrates with Kelly Piquet after the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on October 07, 2023.

2023 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen celebrates with Kelly Piquet after the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on October 07, 2023. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen, second placed Lewis Hamilton and third placed Lando Norris pose for a photo with cheerleaders at the F1 Grand Prix of United States at Circuit of The Americas on 22 October 2023 in Austin, Texas.

Race winner Max Verstappen, second placed Lewis Hamilton and third placed Lando Norris pose for a photo with cheerleaders at the F1 Grand Prix of United States at Circuit of The Americas on 22 October 2023 in Austin, Texas. Photo by Mario Renzi / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium after the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on 29 October 2023 in Mexico City, Mexico.

Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium after the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on 29 October 2023 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Sprint winner Max Verstappen crosses the finish line during the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on 04 November 2023 in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Sprint winner Max Verstappen crosses the finish line during the Sprint ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on 04 November 2023 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Photo by Mario Renzi / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Sparks fly behind Max Verstappen during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on 16 November 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Sparks fly behind Max Verstappen during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on 16 November 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo by Clive Mason / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on his way to the grid prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on 18 November 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on his way to the grid prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on 18 November 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo by Clive Mason / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen leads Charles Leclerc as seen from the McLaren VISTA during the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 18, 2023.

Max Verstappen leads Charles Leclerc as seen from the McLaren VISTA during the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 18, 2023. Photo by Jared C. Tilton / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on track as seen from the McLaren VISTA during the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 18, 2023.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB19 on track as seen from the McLaren VISTA during the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 18, 2023. Photo by Jared C. Tilton – Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen celebrates on his way to the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 18, 2023.

Max Verstappen celebrates on his way to the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 18, 2023. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium after the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 18, 2023.

Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium after the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 18, 2023. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on 26 November 2023 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on 26 November 2023 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Photo by Dan Istitene / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on November 26, 2023.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on November 26, 2023. Photo by Clive Rose / Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen performs donuts on track after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on November 26, 2023.

Race winner Max Verstappen performs donuts on track after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on November 26, 2023. Photo by Clive Mason / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen performs donuts on track after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on November 26, 2023.

Race winner Max Verstappen performs donuts on track after the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on November 26, 2023. Photo by Clive Rose / Getty Images.

On 26 November 2023 Max Verstappen, winner of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, after attending the end-of-season dinner with his fellow drivers, brings the trophy home on his personal plane.

On 26 November 2023 Max Verstappen, winner of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, after attending the end-of-season dinner with his fellow drivers, brings the trophy home on his personal plane.

Some will call it a dream, others an heresy. The fact is that Max Verstappen got behind the wheel of a Ferrari, the 296 GT3 together with his father Jos, in a test held in Portimao in 2023 during the winter break.

Some will call it a dream, others an heresy. The fact is that Max Verstappen got behind the wheel of a Ferrari, the 296 GT3 together with his father Jos, in a test held in Portimao in 2023 during the winter break.

Sergio Perez and Max Verstappen pose for a photo with trophies during Max & Checo's Homecoming at Red Bull Racing factory on 13 December 2023 in Milton Keynes, England.

Sergio Perez and Max Verstappen pose for a photo with trophies during Max & Checo's Homecoming at Red Bull Racing factory on 13 December 2023 in Milton Keynes, England. Photo by Bob McCaffrey / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen and his Red Bull.

Max Verstappen and his Red Bull.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on 08 March 2024 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on 08 March 2024 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Photo by Clive Mason / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen leads Charles Leclerc during the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on March 09, 2024.

Max Verstappen leads Charles Leclerc during the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on March 09, 2024. Photo by Clive Mason / Getty Images.

Fireworks go off as race winner Max Verstappen, second placed Sergio Perez and third placed Charles Leclerc stop in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on March 09, 2024.

Fireworks go off as race winner Max Verstappen, second placed Sergio Perez and third placed Charles Leclerc stop in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on March 09, 2024. Photo by Clive Mason / Getty Images.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on March 09, 2024.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit on March 09, 2024. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during final practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park Circuit on 23 March 2024 in Melbourne, Australia.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during final practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park Circuit on 23 March 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. Photo by Clive Mason / Formula 1 / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc, fistfights when they were young and dialogue at the Miami Grand Prix on May 03 - 05, 2024.

Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc, fistfights when they were young and dialogue at the Miami Grand Prix on May 03 - 05, 2024.

Max Verstappen at the Miami Grand Prix on May 03 - 05, 2024.

Max Verstappen at the Miami Grand Prix on May 03 - 05, 2024.

Max Verstappen during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Emilia-Romagna at Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari on 17 May 2024 in Imola, Italy.

Max Verstappen during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Emilia-Romagna at Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari on 17 May 2024 in Imola, Italy. Photo by Sam Bloxham / LAT Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 wins the F1 Grand Prix of Emilia-Romagna at Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari on May 19, 2024.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 wins the F1 Grand Prix of Emilia-Romagna at Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari on May 19, 2024. Photo by Clive Rose / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen runs wide during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Great Britain at Silverstone Circuit on 06 July 2024 in Northampton, England.

Max Verstappen runs wide during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Great Britain at Silverstone Circuit on 06 July 2024 in Northampton, England. Photo by Peter Fox / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands on 23 August 2024 in Zandvoort, Netherlands.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of the Netherlands on 23 August 2024 in Zandvoort, Netherlands. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 20, 2024.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 20, 2024. Photo by Lars Baron / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Max Verstappen has an ice bath in the paddock prior to qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 21, 2024.

Max Verstappen has an ice bath in the paddock prior to qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 21, 2024. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 21, 2024.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 21, 2024. Photo by Clive Mason / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen on the grid prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 22, 2024.

Max Verstappen on the grid prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 22, 2024. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen, Sergio Perez, Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda pose for a photo with Day of the Dead performers in the paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on 24 October 2024 in Mexico City, Mexico.

Max Verstappen, Sergio Perez, Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda pose for a photo with Day of the Dead performers in the paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on 24 October 2024 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen's sister posts pictures of her mother's 50th birthday celebrations on October 30, 2024.

Max Verstappen's sister posts pictures of her mother's 50th birthday celebrations on October 30, 2024. Photo by Instagram sophiekumpen and Instagramvictoriaverstappen.

Max Verstappen's sister posts pictures of her mother's 50th birthday celebrations on October 30, 2024.

Max Verstappen's sister posts pictures of her mother's 50th birthday celebrations on October 30, 2024. Photo by Instagram sophiekumpen and Instagramvictoriaverstappen.

Charles Leclerc asks his race engineer to let him know the fastest lap time of the moment during the 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix ...

Charles Leclerc asks his race engineer to let him know the fastest lap time of the moment during the 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix ...

Max Verstappen wins the chaotic 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix from being 17th.

Max Verstappen wins the chaotic 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix from being 17th.

Max Verstappen is the first driver in Formula 1 history to win from ten different grid positions.

Max Verstappen is the first driver in Formula 1 history to win from ten different grid positions.

“Rain makes all cars equal but not the drivers.”

“Rain makes all cars equal but not the drivers.” Ayrton Senna.

“This one was very special. A Sunday I’ll never forget. Thank you Brazil!” Max Verstappen commenting on his win in the Brazilian Grand Prix on November 03, 2024.

“This one was very special. A Sunday I’ll never forget. Thank you Brazil!” Max Verstappen commenting on his win in the Brazilian Grand Prix on November 03, 2024.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates with Kelly Piquet in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on 03 November 2024 in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Race winner Max Verstappen celebrates with Kelly Piquet in parc ferme after the F1 Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on 03 November 2024 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Photo by Clive Mason / Getty Images.

Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet pose for a photo after the F1 Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on November 03, 2024.

Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet pose for a photo after the F1 Grand Prix of Brazil at Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace on November 03, 2024. Photo by Mark Thompson / Getty Images.

“Bernie (Ecclestone) rang me after the race and said: ‘I have seen all the greats but that’s one of the very best I’ve ever seen.’ He’s a bit older that I am and seen a bit more. High credit from someone like him.” Christian Horner on Max Verstappen’s victory at the 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix.

Christian Horner on Max Verstappen’s victory at the 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on 23 November 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Max Verstappen driving the Red Bull RB20 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on 23 November 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo by Clive Mason / Getty Images.

World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull celebrates with his team after the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 23, 2024.

World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Red Bull celebrates with his team after the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 23, 2024. Photo by Mark Sutton / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

A detailed view of a pitlane board congratulating 2024 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing after the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 23, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

A detailed view of a pitlane board congratulating 2024 F1 World Drivers Champion Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing after the F1 Grand Prix of Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip Circuit on November 23, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo by Jared C. Tilton / Formula 1 via Getty Images.

Videos

Nov 19, 2024
0
0

Comments

ASK