Max Verstappen

Max Verstappen, is a Dutch-Belgian professional racing driver and one of the most dominant figures in modern Formula 1. Competing for Red Bull Racing, Verstappen has earned multiple World Drivers’ Championships, showcasing his unparalleled speed, aggressive driving style, and tactical brilliance. Making history as the youngest driver to start a Formula 1 race at age 17, Verstappen has continued to break records and redefine the sport. Known for his relentless pursuit of victory, he is celebrated as one of the most talented and fearless drivers of his generation.

Max Verstappen’s upbringing in a racing family and his early passion for motorsport paved the way for his meteoric rise in Formula 1.

• Born Max Emilian Verstappen on September 30, 1997, in Hasselt, Belgium, to Jos Verstappen, a former Formula 1 driver, and Sophie Kumpen, a former karting champion.
• Grew up in a motorsport-driven household, learning the fundamentals of racing from his parents, who both competed at high levels in the sport.
• Began karting at the age of four, quickly showcasing prodigious talent and winning multiple regional and national championships.
• Advanced to international karting competitions as a teenager, earning accolades and titles, including the CIK-FIA World KZ Championship in 2013.
• Transitioned to single-seater racing in 2014, competing in the FIA Formula 3 European Championship, where his impressive performances caught the attention of Formula 1 teams.
• Joined the Red Bull Junior Team and debuted in Formula 1 in 2015 with Scuderia Toro Rosso, becoming the youngest driver in the sport’s history at age 17.
• Achieved his first Formula 1 victory in 2016 at the Spanish Grand Prix with Red Bull Racing, becoming the youngest winner in F1 history at 18 years old.

Max Verstappen’s family relationships and racing lineage have been instrumental in shaping his career and competitive mindset.

• Born to Jos Verstappen and Sophie Kumpen, both accomplished racers, Max credits his parents for instilling in him the skills, discipline, and passion required for success in motorsport.
• Shares a close bond with his younger sister, Victoria Verstappen, who also shares an interest in motorsport and frequently supports Max during his races.
• His father, Jos, played an active role in Max’s early career, acting as his mentor and guiding him through karting and junior racing categories.