I just saw the photos of Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet in Brazil earlier this year, and honestly, they looked like they deserved it after such an intense season. The champion competed right down to the wire against Norris and Piastri, so relaxing on the beach with family had to be the best thing after all that.

What’s interesting is that Kelly Piquet shared several moments from the trip to Angra dos Reis. There were photos of the two on the beach with their brothers-in-law, even playing volleyball. Nothing extraordinary, but you can tell they enjoyed it. What caught my attention the most was how they welcomed 2026 on a luxury yacht, all dressed in white, champagne, fireworks. Quite cinematic for a New Year’s celebration with family.

I knew Brazil was important to them because it’s Nelson Piquet’s country, the father-in-law, but seeing them truly relaxed on the beach without being at the circuit is rare. Kelly Piquet has Brazilian nationality and has been living there for years, so I guess she feels at home. They’ve been together since 2020, and now with Lily just a few months old, the dynamic must be completely different from previous years. Do you think after all this, they needed that rest, or was it just to enjoy time with family?