A bikini-clad photo, a viral Instagram story, and a whirlwind of rumors swirling around the web. That’s been the past few days for Max Verstappen‘s girlfriend, Kelly Piquet. The rumor mill, ever so eager to spin, grabbed hold of a story about the couple that had everyone talking, only for Piquet to silence it all with a simple picture. Kelly Piquet, with all the grace of an F1 racer taking a chicane, deftly deflated the pregnancy gossip, leaving us all to wonder if the rumor track is taking us for a ride.
Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet, both firmly entrenched in the world of racing, are no exception. Recently, the Internet was set ablaze with the alleged announcement of Piquet’s pregnancy via an Instagram story which read, “I tested positive but not for covid, (pregnant woman emoji) thanks for all your best wishes.”
However, the excitement hit a red light when eagle-eyed fans detected a flaw in the screenshot of the announcement. Turned out, the story was as fake as a three-dollar bill, but the fake pregnancy tale quickly spread like wildfire, only to be snuffed out as the truth emerged. But while the rumor was shown the exit sign, it didn’t leave without creating a stir.
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Recently, Kelly Piquet shared a carousel of her pictures on Instagram, donning a bikini with an overlay jacket, all while enjoying a pre-meal aperitivo. The spotlight wasn’t on her drink but rather on her abs, which seemed to defy the pregnancy rumors outright. F1 Gossip official couldn’t help but notice, stating, “Kelly Piquet posted these pics today and we couldn’t help but notice that she put emphasis on her abs, denying pregnancy rumors! 👀” This was more than just a holiday snap; it was a clear and stylish rebuttal to the rumor mill.
With the rumor mill temporarily silenced, they continue their journey, creating their own waves in the serene blue waters of Corsica. But wait, the rumor mill hasn’t stopped churning just yet. While Kelly silenced the pregnancy rumors with a stunning picture, she needed to address another whisper around a reported breakup needed to be addressed.
Kelly Piquet’s Swift Response to Break-up Rumors
Relationships under the spotlight often find themselves at the mercy of prying eyes and wagging tongues. This truth hit home for Kelly Piquet when social media users noticed the absence of a highlight dedicated to Verstappen on her Instagram profile and on the paddock. Fans were quick to jump to conclusions, speculating about a possible break-up.
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Kelly Piquet is pregnant??? pic.twitter.com/ymrLBSPslo
— zoe (@formulazoe47) September 22, 2022
But it turns out, the whole thing was nothing but a glitch. Piquet swiftly shifted gears, clearing the air with a heartening story celebrating Verstappen’s pole position in Austria. Far from a break-up, the couple’s relationship seems to be on the fast track, with Piquet’s frequent showcases of love and support for Verstappen, including birthday tributes and messages of pride.
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Yet, this incident stands as a testament to the intense scrutiny they face and how quickly facts can turn to fiction.
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