Kelly Piquet, partner of Formula 1 superstar Max Verstappen, has shared an emotional and intimate look back at a year filled with monumental personal changes. In a heartfelt social media post, she described 2025 as a period of profound transformation, marked by the birth of her child, a major move, and cherished family milestones.
A Year of Joyful Milestones and New Beginnings
The model and influencer revealed that the most significant event of the year was the arrival of her and Verstappen's baby girl, named Lily, in May 2025. This joyful expansion of their family was complemented by another major life change: the couple moved into a new home. Piquet's reflective note also highlighted the birth of a baby girl to her brother, Nelson Piquet Jr., whom she affectionately referred to as "Nino."
Her post was not just words but a visual journey through the year. She shared a collection of personal photographs that showcased her pregnancy journey, candid moments from not one but two baby showers, and snapshots of newborn Lily. The photo dump also featured warm images with her immediate family and Verstappen's relatives, along with pictures from various gatherings with close friends.
Max Verstappen: The Doting Father and Partner
Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen featured prominently in his partner's nostalgic collection. One particularly touching image that captivated fans showed the fierce competitor in a tender, paternal light, holding his infant daughter Lily close to his chest. The collection also included a sweet video clip from the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, where Verstappen celebrated his victory with a kiss for Piquet.
Verstappen was quick to respond to the post, flooding the comments section with multiple red heart emojis to express his love and support. The sentiment was echoed by fans and peers alike, including Formula E driver Antonio Felix da Costa. Fans praised the couple's "beautiful family" and described their bond as a "calm, beautiful and never-ending love story."
Balancing Family Life with Racing Ambitions
The year 2025 was also a dramatic one for Verstappen on the track. After facing challenges with his Red Bull car in the season's first half, he staged an impressive comeback in the championship race. In a nail-biting finish, he was ultimately runner-up in the F1 World Championship, losing the title to McLaren's Lando Norris by a mere two points. This denied him a fifth world championship in a fiercely contested season.
Away from the Formula 1 circuit, Verstappen diversified his racing portfolio. He obtained his GT3 racing licence and tasted success by securing a victory at the Nurburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) in September. His sights are now set on competing in the legendary 24-hour race at the Nurburgring Nordschleife in the near future.
In her caption, Kelly Piquet summed up the year's whirlwind nature, writing: "2025. A year of big changes... as well as challenges, exhaustion, and growth. Closing the year grateful, a little tired, and ready for 2026." The post stands as a testament to a year where personal joy and family growth took centre stage alongside the high-octane world of motorsport.
