From the lights from Paris to the roar of the engines of Singapore, Kelly Piquet moved fans with a rare “Parisian night” and sent an inspiring message to Max Verstappen on the other side of the world.
In the beautiful chaos of the Paris fashion world, where the lights of the Eiffel Tower shed a romantic glow over the Champs-Elysées, Kelly Piquet enjoyed a rare evening out. The Brazilian model and influencer, known as the partner of Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen, shared a series of intimate photos on Sunday on Instagram that became the hearts of fans worldwide. Dressed in a tight, all-black ensemble-a black dress combined with an elegant overcoat that accentuated her silhouette-she posed for the launch of Tiffany & Co.’s new Bird on a Rock collection. It was a moment of pure elegance, far away from the hectic pace of the motorsport circuits, but with an emotional layer that was directly connected to her loved one on the other side of the planet.
While Paris pulsed with fashion and glamor, Max Verstappen Zoefed thousands of kilometers away across the challenging street circuit of Singapore. The Singapore Grand Prix weekend, which started on October 3, 2025, was full of tension. Verstappen, the four-time world champion, qualified in second place behind George Russell from Mercedes, but struggled with the high temperatures and the demanding layout of the Marina Bay Circuit. “It’s a beast of a job,” he said after qualifying, referring to the damp heat that drivers exhaust. Despite a solid P2 start position, it was a race that evoked memories of his earlier victories here-but this time without the victory he wanted so badly. McLaren and Mercedes dominated the sessions, with Oscar Piastri who threw an imminent shadow into the championship struggle.
But back to Kelly’s Post, who was not just a fashion update. The 36-year-old mother of two-she welcomed a daughter with Verstappen in May 2025, after the birth of her daughter Penelope from an earlier relationship-opted for a caption that cut deeper: “A Parisian night to remember, while the world turns. Keep fighting, my love, the lights shine for you.” It was a subtle but powerful message to Verstappen, which in Singapore moisture for pole and points in a season full of ups and downs. Fans read between the lines: a nod to his determination, a memory of their shared life in the midst of the global jet set. “She’s his anchor,” a follower responded, while thousands of hearts and comments were coming in. “From Paris to the pits: pure magic.”
Kelly Piquet’s life is a fascinating mix of glamor and grit. Daughter of the legendary Brazilian Formula 1 champion Nelson Piquet, she grew up in a world of speed and spotlights. Born in 1988 in Homburg, Germany, she spent her childhood in southern France, before studying international relationships at the Marymount Manhattan College in New York. Her career as a model and blogger flourished with collaborations for Vogue Latinoamérica and Marie Claire, and she even worked as a social media expert for Formula E. But it was in 2020 that her path with that of Verstappen, during the Monaco Grand Prix. What started as a spark in the paddock, grew into a strong relationship, marked by discretion and deep affection.
Their story is one of balance. While Verstappen hunts the Red Bull RB21 about circuits – with victories in Italy and Azerbaijan earlier this season – Kelly chooses to stay out of the spotlights, but with meaningful interventions. Her pregnancy announcement in December 2024, just before the Abu Dhabi final, was a sensation: a black and white photo of a positive test, with the caption “New life on the way”. Fans melted, and the birth of their daughter in May, just before the Miami GP, added a low tenderness to Verstappen’s hunt for a fifth title. “He is a great father,” said Kelly in a rare interview with Vogue, “but on the track he is a lion.”
This “Parisian night” came at a perfect moment. Verstappen had a turbulent season: a dip in shape during the summer, with McLaren who challenged him in the constructors stand. In Singapore, where he never won, the pressure was high. Kelly’s Post, with images of sparkling champagne and the iconic Arc de Triomphe in the background, offered a welcome distraction. She did not explicitly tag him-typical of their low-key style-but the intention was clear. “She supports him in ways those words,” noted an F1 insider. Fans shared stories: how Kelly’s messages give him motivation during long journeys, how their shared adventures-from yachts in St. Tropez to family outings in Monaco-form the basis of his success.
The responses were overwhelming. On X (formerly Twitter), #KellyInParis exploded with memes of Verstappen’s helmet next to Chanel bags. “From couture to curves: queen behavior,” one fan joked. Others praised the message: “In a sport full of machismo, she shows vulnerability.” It recalled previous moments, such as her birthday greeting to Max on September 30, with a kiss on a yacht and the words “Partner in every beautiful thing”. Or her response to his Azerbaijani pole: “Keep showing them” – a call to silence critics.
With the engines roaring in Singapore – Verstappen eventually finished third, a solid recovery after a strategic pit stop – Kelly landed back in reality. Her life in Monaco, with two daughters and a busy career, is a testament to resilience. She writes columns about fashion and motherhood, promotes sustainable brands and balances motherhood with the F1 calendar. “It’s a circus,” she often laughs, “but our circus.”
This episode illustrates the human side of stars. In a world where Verstappen’s life revolves around milliseconds and millions, Kelly offers a resting point. Her Parisian night was not only a celebration of style, but a bridge between two worlds: the finesse of Paris and the Furie van Singapore. It moved fans because it really felt – a memory that even champions need heroes. And while the F1 caravan extends to Austin and Mexico, Kelly’s message continues to resonate: keep fighting, the lights always shine for you.
