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Max Verstappen Balances Fatherhood and FIA Frustrations Ahead of Miami GP

The four-time F1 champion skips media duties for family reasons as speculation grows over his future amid regulatory disputes.

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Max Verstappen küsst seine Partnerin Kelly Piquet.

Overview

  • Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet are expecting their first child, with Verstappen leaving Monaco to prioritize family ahead of the Miami GP.
  • Despite skipping Miami GP media day, Verstappen is confirmed to participate in Friday practice sessions as planned.
  • The Dutch driver remains vocal about his dissatisfaction with FIA regulations following a Saudi Arabian GP penalty that cost him a win.
  • Fellow drivers, including Nico Hülkenberg and Lewis Hamilton, expressed support for Verstappen, dismissing concerns that fatherhood will impact his performance.
  • Speculation continues over Verstappen's long-term future in F1, with potential scenarios including a team switch, early retirement, or remaining at Red Bull until his contract ends in 2028.