WATCH: Max Verstappen's daughter Penelope crashes his live stream with 'silly boys'

Reigning Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen, known for his steely demeanour on track, recently shared an endearing moment with his daughter Penelope during a Twitch livestream. The unexpected interaction highlighted a softer, playful side of the three-time world champion and gave fans a glimpse into his life beyond the racetrack.

While streaming with his friends ahead of the highly anticipated Las Vegas Grand Prix, Verstappen’s three-year-old daughter, Penelope made an unforgettable entrance. Grabbing her father’s microphone, she enthusiastically greeted everyone with a cheerful “Hello!” before turning to Max’s friends and calling them “my silly, silly boys.” Verstappen, visibly amused, responded, “Indeed, they are silly,” drawing laughter from his group and fans tuning in.

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This isn’t Penelope’s first time making headlines. Just days earlier, she had "crashed" another of Max's streams, cheekily swiping his chocolates — a moment that quickly went viral on social media. Fans have adored these glimpses of Verstappen’s life as a doting father, offering a stark contrast to his fierce competitiveness on the track.

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Verstappen’s commitment to Formula 1 has been a topic of speculation in recent months, as the 27-year-old has frequently hinted at retiring sooner than expected. During a recent appearance on the Podpah podcast, Verstappen reiterated that he doesn’t plan to chase record-breaking title numbers, stating, “I’m not going to be around long enough to win 10 or 12 world titles.”

Instead, he aspires to explore other avenues, possibly within motorsports, including nurturing young racing talents through his GT3 team or sim racing initiatives. His Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez, however, playfully disagreed, suggesting that Verstappen could follow in the footsteps of Fernando Alonso, who continues to race at the age of 43.

Verstappen dismissed the idea, emphasizing that he values a balanced life and doesn’t want to spend decades in the sport. These lighthearted moments with Penelope serve as a reminder of what Max cherishes most: family and a life beyond Formula 1. For fans, it’s a rare chance to see the champion not as a relentless racer but as a father, laughing and sharing tender moments with his little one.