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From F1 driver to F1 mentor, meet the man who pushed Max to the very top.
Jos Verstappen’s own F1 career has been overshadowed by his son Max’s successes, with the latter winning multiple world championships in recent years. Born in Montfort, Netherlands in 1972, Jos rose through karting and Formula Three to reach F1 in 1994. Mentoring Max since childhood, Jos played a crucial role in his son’s rapid rise to F1 success, culminating in championship wins in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. Despite never winning an F1 race in his two stints, Jos supported Max’s career wholeheartedly, even stepping back from racing to focus on his son’s development. Jos’ dedication as a father and manager propelled Max’s career to new heights, surpassing his own achievements in the sport. Married to ex-karting star Sophie Kumpen, Jos has two children, Max and Victoria Jane, and remains a central figure in Max’s F1 journey.
