‘Vicious things’ F1’s Max Verstappen’s girlfriend Kelly Piquet admits hidden struggles

Kelly Piquet has been in a relationship with Formula 1 2021 winner Max Verstappen for two years, and despite being one of the most glamorous couples in the world, they still struggle to cope with cruel internet trolls. Kelly said “vicious” rumours had affected her deeply. 

Kelly opened up on Instagram about the devastation it causes her and Max when they are harassed online. 

In a post last month, the 33-year-old wrote: “In a world, there is constant hate thrown around for no reason, which as anyone will know -is bound to take its toll. 

“There are now far too many vicious things circulating that are utterly unacceptable. I’d like to remind people that I am still a human being and have my rights.

“Circulating rumours, photoshopping images, spreading hate, fabricating completely false stories and messaging friends and family will never be acceptable.”

Both old and new racers open up in candid interviews about their experiences on and off the track.

But one star who does not appear is Max.

This is because he opted not to be a part of the series, telling Associated Press: “They faked a few rivalries which they don’t really exist.

“So I decided to not be a part of it and did not give any more interviews after that because then there is nothing you can show.”