F1 star Max Verstappen has revealed he is expecting a child with Brazilian model Kelly Piquet.

The 27-year-old announced the news in an adorable Instagram post.

“Mini Verstappen-Piquet on the way ❤️,” Verstappen wrote alongside a photo of Piquet’s pregnant belly.

“We couldn’t be happier with our little miracle 💫.”

Friends and fans flocked to the comments to congratulate the soon-to-be parents.

Aussie AFL WAG Bec Judd showed her love by commenting three love hearts.

While famous DJs Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike commented: “Congrats brother ❤️”

The huge personal news comes as the Formula One season nears an end.

And one of the most talked about team movements on the grid for next year looks certain to leave a position vacant alongside the four-time world champion.

Red Bull have given the strongest indication yet that Sergio Perez should start considering his options after Christian Horner spoke about the Mexican’s need to make some big decisions.

The race is now on for drivers to take the seat vacated by Perez and Daniel Ricciardo continues to keep himself front of mind for Red Bull fans.