Family Legacy in Motorsport
Max Verstappen’s announcement of becoming a father has sparked excitement in the motorsport world. As a three-time champion, he is no stranger to the pressures of the sport, but this time, he will be taking on a new role as a father. His partner, Kelly Piquet, is also from a family with a rich history in racing, being the daughter of three-time F1 world champion Nelson Piquet.
Verstappen has expressed his desire to support his child in whatever path they choose, without forcing them to follow in his footsteps. However, with the influence of his father and grandfather, it is possible that the child may develop an interest in racing. This would continue the family tradition of producing talented drivers, with the potential for the child to make a name for themselves in the sport.
The Next Generation of Drivers
Helmut Marko, advisor to the Austrian team, was asked about the possibility of Verstappen’s child joining the Red Bull youth program in the future. Marko joked about the potential, saying, “That’s a bit crazy, but if the grandfather is a three-time world champion and the father is a four-time world champion…” He also expressed his confidence that the child would have the potential to be a good driver, saying, “There must be some potential in the genes.”
While it is still early days, and the child has not yet been born, Marko’s comments highlight the excitement and anticipation surrounding the next generation of drivers. With Verstappen’s success on the track, and his family’s legacy in the sport, it will be interesting to see if his child follows in his footsteps and makes a name for themselves in the world of motorsport.