Kelly Piquet, the girlfriend of Red Bull Racing driver Max Verstappen, recently shared a heartwarming moment with her daughter, Penelope Kvyat, as they enjoyed a snowy day together. The Brazilian model, who is currently expecting her first 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥 with Verstappen, posted an adorable picture on her Instagram, capturing the essence of their quality time during the holiday season.
Piquet, 35, has been in a relationship with Verstappen since late 2020, frequently supporting him at Formula 1 races. The couple announced their pregnancy news just ahead of the Abu Dhabi season finale last month, generating excitement among fans. Kelly, who hails from a notable racing lineage—her father is three-time F1 world champion Nelson Piquet—has a five-year-old daughter, Penelope, from her previous relationship with former F1 driver Daniil Kvyat.
In her recent Instagram story, Piquet not only shared the joyous moment in the snow but also opened up about her pregnancy journey, providing encouragement to her followers. She discussed the challenges she faced while pregnant and offered insights into her expected due date.
Verstappen, 27, has expressed his eagerness to embrace fatherhood, acknowledging his role as a “bonus dad” to Penelope. He has also shared his fondness for the Brazilian culture, highlighting the warmth he feels when spending time with Piquet’s family. During a recent interview, he reflected on the joy of being welcomed into their family, noting the deep racing history that binds them.
As the couple looks forward to the arrival of their new 𝑏𝑎𝑏𝑦, Verstappen humorously mentioned the possibility of collecting penalty points in upcoming races to spend more time with his growing family. With both parents deeply rooted in the world of motorsport, their family dynamic promises to be as thrilling as the races they are a part of.