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Verstappen and Piquet Celebrate First Christmas as Family of Four
27 December 2025GP BlogDriver Ratings

Verstappen and Piquet Celebrate First Christmas as Family of Four

Max Verstappen and partner Kelly Piquet celebrated their first Christmas as a family of four, sharing a heartfelt social media post with their daughters, Lily and Penelope.

Four-time F1 champion Max Verstappen and his partner, Kelly Piquet, celebrated their first Christmas as a family of four. Piquet shared a touching photo on social media, marking a personal milestone for the couple and their daughter, Lily, who was born this spring.

Why it matters:

For a driver known for his intense focus and ruthless competitiveness on track, these moments offer a rare glimpse into Verstappen's personal life. It reinforces the narrative of a champion finding balance and happiness off the track, a side that resonates with fans beyond the world of motorsport.

The details:

  • Piquet posted an Instagram picture of the family—herself, Verstappen, their daughter Lily, and Piquet's older daughter, Penelope—posed by their Christmas tree.
  • She captioned the post: "Lily’s first Christmas and the first as a family of four. The family I always dreamed of."
  • Piquet also shared a more thoughtful message, acknowledging the holidays can be difficult for some and sending "warmth and kindness" to everyone, regardless of their situation.

Looking Ahead:

As the F1 world gears up for the 2024 season, this personal milestone highlights the stable family life Verstappen returns to after race weekends. For the couple, this Christmas marks not just a holiday celebration but the solidification of their family unit, a foundation they will build upon in the years to come.