Breaking news: Max Verstappen Skips Miami GP Media Day as Baby Watch Begins — Red Bull Drama Rages On….readmore
Big news ahead of the 2025 Miami Grand Prix: Max Verstappen, the three-time F1 world champion, has officially skipped the pre-race press duties — but for good reason. Red Bull Racing confirmed that the Dutch driver is awaiting the arrival of his first child with partner Kelly Piquet. While Verstappen didn’t turn up for media day, the team made it clear he’s still set to race on Sunday, pending any surprise developments on the baby front.
The timing couldn’t be more intense. Not only is Verstappen navigating a personal milestone, but his team is caught up in a storm of internal conflict. Team principal Christian Horner has been under heavy scrutiny since allegations of inappropriate behavior surfaced earlier this year. Though he was cleared in an internal investigation, the damage appears to be done — at least behind the scenes.
Enter Jos Verstappen. Max’s father didn’t hold back, publicly warning that Red Bull risks being “torn apart” if Horner stays in charge. Those sharp words have only fanned the flames of speculation that not everything is smooth sailing at Milton Keynes.
And here’s where things get even more interesting: rumor has it Max Verstappen’s contract includes a special clause. If certain key figures — like Red Bull’s motorsport advisor Helmut Marko — exit the team, Verstappen could potentially walk away. While there’s no sign he’ll pull that trigger anytime soon, the clause’s existence has tongues wagging in the paddock. Is Verstappen laying the groundwork for a dramatic team switch in the future?
Despite the off-track noise, Max has been unstoppable on the track this season. As we head into the Miami Grand Prix, the spotlight will be on whether he can maintain that laser-sharp focus.
One thing’s for sure — Red Bull’s balance is delicate. With a baby on the way, internal politics bubbling, and F1’s most dominant driver at the center of it all, the next few weeks could be defining. For now, the team is hoping Verstappen shows up in Miami not just as a soon-to-be father, but as a winner once again.
