Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has discussed his approach to fatherhood, saying he wants to shield his daughter Lily from public attention during her early years.
Verstappen and his partner Kelly Piquet welcomed Lily in 2025. He described his role with Piquet's older daughter Penelope as that of a bonus dad and stressed the value of allowing children to make their own choices later in life.
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Max Verstappen has welcomed an agreement in principle to adjust Formula 1 power units toward a 60-40 split between internal combustion engines and electric power starting in 2027. The four-time world champion said the shift represents meaningful progress after discussions with the FIA and Formula 1. He added that the changes increase the likelihood he will remain in the sport beyond this season.
Max Verstappen remains central to Formula 1's upcoming driver market moves as teams prepare for 2027. The Red Bull driver has signaled he will wait before committing to any new deal.
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Max Verstappen avoided addressing speculation about his Formula 1 future and possible McLaren links during media sessions at Spa on Thursday. He also announced a new collaboration with McLaren junior driver Dries Van Langendonck that morning.
Former grand prix winner Juan Pablo Montoya has called for Max Verstappen to receive a race suspension over repeated public criticism of Formula 1's new 2026 regulations. Speaking on the BBC's Chequered Flag podcast, Montoya said drivers should face penalty points on their licences for such comments. He argued that the negativity undermines the sport.
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Sky Sports commentator David Croft has praised Max Verstappen for his consistent criticism of Formula 1's new 2026 regulations. Verstappen has voiced doubts about the changes for over two years.