Red Bull Racing's Formula 1 superstar Max Verstappen ushered in the New Year 2026 with a stylish and intimate celebration surrounded by family and close friends. The champion driver, along with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet, their daughters, and their inner circle, opted for a luxurious white-themed party on a yacht, marking a fresh start after a year of significant personal milestones.
A Night of White Elegance on the Water
Kelly Piquet, a model and social media influencer, provided fans with a glimpse into their private celebrations through her Instagram Stories. The party adhered to a crisp white dress code. Piquet dazzled in an elegant lace ivory dress, while Verstappen complemented her in a smart all-white shirt and trousers paired with white shoes.
The celebration held special significance as it was the first New Year for their daughter, Lily, who was born in May 2025. The little one was dressed for the occasion in a white silk dress, mirroring her half-sister Penelope's adorable outfit. The group enjoyed drinks, laughter, and posed for happy selfies and group photographs on the deck of the yacht.
In a playful moment, Piquet even recreated the iconic 'Titanic' pose at the bow of the yacht, albeit with a drink in hand, facing the open sea.
Kelly Piquet's Heartfelt 2025 Recap: A Year of Big Changes
Just a day before the New Year's party, Kelly Piquet shared a reflective post summarising the whirlwind that was 2025. She described it as "a year of big changes" in a heartfelt caption accompanying a photo dump.
The major highlights she listed included:
- The birth of her and Verstappen's first child together, daughter Lily, in May.
- Moving into a new family home.
- Becoming an aunt after her brother, Nelson Piquet Jr., welcomed a child.
- Gracing her second Vogue cover.
- Hosting two special baby showers.
She also acknowledged the challenges and exhaustion that came with such a packed year, closing her note by stating she was "grateful, a little tired, and ready for 2026." The photos included intimate moments like glimpses of her pregnancy, breastfeeding Lily, and family portraits.
Verstappen's 2025: A Narrow Miss on the Track, A Full Heart at Home
While his personal life was filled with joy, Max Verstappen's 2025 Formula 1 season had a bittersweet end on the professional front. The dominant champion, who wasn't initially expected to challenge for the title that season, staged a remarkable comeback in the latter half.
However, the year concluded with him losing out on a potential fifth F1 World Championship title to McLaren's Lando Norris by a mere two points. Despite the narrow miss on the track, the year was undoubtedly defined by the happiness of becoming a father and building a family life with Kelly Piquet and their children.
The New Year's yacht party served as a perfect, serene setting to leave the trials of the racing season behind and focus on family, love, and new beginnings for 2026.
