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Max Verstappen Gifts Nephews Matching Racing Suits and the Internet Melts

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Samriddhi Jaiswal | Last updated Aug 27, 2025 8:08 AM ET

Max Verstappen may be dominating F1, but it was his nephews who stole the spotlight this week.

A photo of the two youngsters dressed in mini Red Bull Racing suits quickly went viral, melting fans’ hearts and sparking a wave of reactions online.

Verstappen’s sister, Victoria, posted a video of his children trying their hands at karting, proudly wearing Verstappen-inspired race gear, complete with sponsor logos and the Dutch star’s iconic colors. For fans, it was an adorable reminder that racing truly runs in the Verstappen family.

“Where can I buy those super cute Verstappen go-kart packs?” one fan asked on social media, to which Victoria responded, “Aww… they got that from their uncle,” confirming that it was indeed Max who had gotten those suits for his nephews, melting the internet.

It’s not the first time Verstappen’s family has drawn attention in the paddock. The reigning four-time World Champion has always credited his father, former F1 driver Jos Verstappen, for guiding his career from an early age.

Now, it seems the next generation is already being dressed for the role, even if they’re years away from a karting track.

THE CONFIRMATION THAT MAX GOT THEM THE SUITS ❤️ https://t.co/2lIgM9BpmF pic.twitter.com/zmWY8GvJAz
— Ana (@maxvcalloway) August 26, 2025

The sight of “mini Verstappens” in full Red Bull gear also comes at a time when F1 merchandise is booming globally. From team apparel to special edition collaborations, fans are quick to snap up anything linked to their favorite drivers.

For Verstappen, who remains laser-focused on extending his dominance at the front of the grid, the viral family moment offered a rare softer side away from the intensity of F1. Whether or not his nephews ever follow him into motorsport, fans are certain about one thing: the Verstappen legacy looks alive and well.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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