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Max Verstappen: Dutch racing driver born on September 30, 1997, in Hasselt, Belgium.
Early Life and Career:
- Son of Jos Verstappen (former F1 driver) and Sophie Kumpen
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Began karting at age 4
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Won multiple European and world championships in karting
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Moved to single-seaters in 2013 (Formula 3)
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Joined Red Bull Junior Team in 2014
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Promoted to Formula 1 with Toro Rosso in 2015
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Joined Red Bull Racing in 2016
Formula 1 Career:
- Debuted at 2015 Australian Grand Prix
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First F1 win: 2016 Spanish Grand Prix
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Youngest driver to start a Grand Prix (17 years, 166 days)
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Youngest driver to score points in F1 (17 years, 180 days)
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35 wins, 66 podiums, 14 pole positions (as of 2023)
Achievements:
- 2021 Formula 1 World Champion
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2022 Formula 1 World Champion
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3x Dutch Sportsman of the Year
Earnings:
- Annual salary: approximately $25 million (2023)
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Endorsement deals: estimated $10-15 million per year
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Sponsorships: Red Bull, Puma, Tag Heuer, and others
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Net worth: estimated $120-150 million (2023)
Contract and Salary:
- Current contract: Red Bull Racing (2023-2028)
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Annual salary: $25 million (2023)
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Bonus structure: performance-based bonuses
Business Ventures:
- Partnerships with racing simulator brands (e.g., Simracing)
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Investments in racing teams and events
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Personal branding and merchandise
Personal Life:
- Resides in Monaco
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Interests: racing, sim racing, and football
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Relationship: Kelly Piquet (model and public relations professional)
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