Max Emilian Verstappen was born in Hasselt, Belgium, to Jos Verstappen, a Dutch former Formula One driver, and Sophie Kumpen, a Belgian former kart racer. His family's long association with motorsports laid the foundation for his future career.

Verstappen had a record-breaking season in karting, showcasing his early talent and potential for a successful racing career.

At the age of 17, Verstappen signed for Toro Rosso and became the youngest driver in Formula One history at the Australian Grand Prix. His debut season was marked by several points finishes and impressive performances.

After just four races with Toro Rosso in 2016, Verstappen was promoted to Red Bull Racing, where he won his first Grand Prix at the Spanish Grand Prix, becoming the youngest-ever driver to win a Formula One Grand Prix.

Verstappen won his first Formula One World Drivers' Championship, becoming the first World Drivers' Champion from the Netherlands and the 34th overall. He secured the title by overtaking Lewis Hamilton on the last lap of the last race of the season.

Verstappen won his second consecutive World Drivers' Championship, dominating the season with 15 race victories and claiming the title with four races to spare.

Verstappen secured his third World Drivers' Championship, breaking numerous records including the most wins in a season (19), the most consecutive wins (10), and the most championship points in a season (575).

Verstappen won his fourth consecutive World Drivers' Championship, further cementing his status as one of the most successful drivers in Formula One history.