Max Verstappen withdrawn from Miami GP media day ahead of birth of first child

Max Verstappen has been withdrawn from his scheduled media commitments for this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix ahead of the birth of his first child.

Verstappen, 27, is expecting a baby with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet, the daughter of three-time world champion, Nelson Piquet.

The Dutchman, who is currently third in the Formula One standings heading into the sixth round of the championship in Florida, had been due to speak to the media later on Thursday.

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