Historic Milestone in Sight: Max Verstappen Could Become First F1 Champion-Father Duo in 50 Years
Max Verstappen is on the verge of etching his name even deeper into Formula One history. If the Dutch driver secures the 2025 world championship title, he will not only become a four-time F1 world champion but also achieve a feat that hasn’t been seen in half a century—becoming a father and a world champion in the same calendar year.
Sources close to the Verstappen-Piquet family have confirmed that Kelly Piquet, longtime partner of the Red Bull star, is expecting a child with Max later this year. The news has added a personal dimension to what could already be a record-breaking season for Verstappen, who continues to dominate the grid with clinical precision and relentless focus.
The last time a Formula One driver won a championship and welcomed a child in the same year was back in 1974, when Emerson Fittipaldi clinched the title. Since then, several drivers have balanced parenthood and racing, but none have managed to seize both milestones within the same year—a testament to the immense demands of the sport.
Verstappen’s 2025 campaign has been nothing short of stellar, as he continues to fend off rising competition from Ferrari and McLaren while solidifying Red Bull’s supremacy. Despite the pressure, he appears more composed and focused than ever, with many fans suggesting that fatherhood is already bringing out a new level of maturity in the 27-year-old.
“This could be Max’s most meaningful title yet,” one F1 analyst noted. “Winning the championship while preparing to become a father adds an emotional layer that no trophy alone can match. It’s a rare and powerful combination of professional and personal success.”
The F1 community has responded with admiration and excitement, with fans flooding social media to express support and well wishes for the couple. Many see Verstappen’s personal milestone as a sign of a new era—one where the champions of the sport are also evolving as individuals beyond the track.
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Verstappen—not just for his lap times, but for the extraordinary life chapter he’s about to begin. Should he clinch the 2025 title, he will not only join the elite ranks of multiple-time champions but also carve out a unique space in the sport’s history—one that blends speed, legacy, and family.
