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Kelly Piquet became a mother for the second time when Lily Verstappen-Piquet arrived earlier than expected, just before the Miami Grand Prix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The timing meant the Brazilian model and partner of four-time world champion Max Verstappen could enjoy Mother\u2019s Day almost immediately after giving birth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Family sources had predicted Lily\u2019s arrival between the Miami and Monaco race weekends, but the newborn\u2019s \u201cnatural speed\u201d echoed her parents\u2019 motorsport pedigree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instagram Montage Celebrates Three Generations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Piquet posted a heartfelt montage on Instagram that paired photos of herself as a baby with images of her eldest daughter Penelope and brand-new Lily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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She captioned one story, \u201cI want to continue to be a role model for my daughter,\u201d underscoring her desire to inspire Penelope as the family grows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The social media update coincided with Brazil\u2019s Mother\u2019s Day on 11 May, adding cultural resonance to the celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Verstappen\u2019s Thoughts On A Racing Future<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While fans were quick to speculate about Lily\u2019s potential career on track, Verstappen has remained guarded, saying he does not want to push his firstborn into racing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friends say the Dutch driver wishes his daughter a childhood free from the intense scrutiny that surrounds Formula 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking Ahead<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With Verstappen focused on defending his championship and Piquet juggling two young children, the couple\u2019s logistical calendar remains as tightly managed as any grand-prix weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Supporters will be watching to see whether Lily appears at circuits later in the season, but for now the family is savouring quiet moments at home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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