In a stunning twist that has left the Formula 1 world reeling, fresh allegations have emerged suggesting that model and socialite Kelly Piquet—longtime partner of Red Bull superstar Max Verstappen—may have played a shocking role in the reigning champion’s dramatic collapse both on and off the racetrack.
The Dutch driver, who dominated the grid with near-unbeatable consistency for over two seasons, appeared almost unrecognizable during last weekend’s Grand Prix, finishing a dismal P7 after a series of uncharacteristic errors, missed strategy calls, and what some insiders are calling “psychological unraveling.”
Now, whispers from the paddock are growing louder, and all eyes are on Kelly Piquet—daughter of F1 legend Nelson Piquet and former partner of Daniil Kvyat—who some believe may be at the center of Verstappen’s sudden decline.
???? The Perfect Storm: Trouble Brewing Behind the Glamorous Facade?
Though Kelly and Max have often portrayed a picture-perfect romance on social media, insiders close to the F1 circus suggest that things have not been so picture-perfect in recent months. Rumors of behind-the-scenes tension began swirling earlier this year after Kelly was spotted vacationing in Ibiza—alone—just days before Verstappen’s first major on-track mistake of the season in Baku.
“Max has always been laser-focused, almost robotic,” said a paddock insider who requested anonymity. “But since early spring, he’s been distracted. His team doesn’t want to say it, but it’s clear he’s off his game. And people are starting to link that to problems at home.”
???? Secret Communications & a Mysterious Phone Call
The speculation took a darker turn this week when an alleged leak from a Red Bull engineer suggested that Verstappen had received a “disturbing personal call” just hours before the race. “He went into the motorhome looking calm, and came out pale and rattled,” the source said. “His entire energy changed. He wasn’t the same on the grid.”
According to online sleuths, the call may have involved Kelly and a purported “private issue” that left Verstappen mentally shaken. Unverified messages shared on X (formerly Twitter) even claimed that Kelly had been seen having a “heated” conversation with another man in Monaco just days earlier. Could jealousy or betrayal have triggered Max’s sudden dip in performance?
???? Mind Games or Emotional Manipulation?
While there is no concrete evidence linking Piquet directly to Verstappen’s poor race performance, some psychological experts are weighing in on the power dynamics at play.
“Formula 1 drivers require an extraordinary level of mental control. Emotional turbulence in their personal lives can affect decision-making, reflexes, and risk assessment,” said Dr. Evelyn Kramer, a sports psychologist who has worked with elite athletes. “If the rumors about emotional strain are true, it’s entirely plausible this had a direct impact on his race-day performance.”
Gather ’round, buckaroos! In this video, Flower gives you an abridged take on the sordid tale of Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet. He’s a world champion with a thousand-yard stare and the emotional range of a luxury watch ad; she’s a legacy PR girl with a penchant for entering relationships with younger, emotionally vulnerable men. Together, they form a relationship full of controversies and scandals, so much so that the original exposé spanned six hours! This condensed version provides a glimpse into the intricacies of their story.
