Max Verstappen opens up about his Belgian and Dutch roots
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#BelgianGP17401902Thanks so much to the incredible Orange Army here today, we’ll see you again next week ?#BelgianGP https://t.co/aXlGZCwpth On being asked about being born in Belgium and applying for a Dutch passport, Verstappen responded, saying: “I appreciate both sides. You know, yeah, literally, I was born in Belgium. I grew up in Belgium, just across the border to go to school. But also after school, I would travel just across the border to Holland, where the workshop was, with all the go-karts and stuff. So yeah, you know, it’s a big part, my Belgian side of the family as well. And I also really enjoy it. I mean, already the accent is a bit different.” He further added: “You know, the difference between my Mum and Dad, for example, but it’s good: two different countries, of course, they are very close to each other. But I chose to race under the Dutch flag, and nationality also, you know, because of my Dad and no regrets – but I’m happy that I’m half-half at the end of the day.” Oracle Red Bull Racing@redbullracingGefeliciteerd to @Max33Verstappen on being appointed Officer in the Order of Orange-Nassau 13921660Gefeliciteerd to @Max33Verstappen on being appointed Officer in the Order of Orange-Nassau https://t.co/g4IC5KTSbW The Red Bull driver, after his enthralling win at Spa earlier this week, just received a royal decoration - having been appointed Officer of the Order of Oranje-Nassau. He is the first Formula 1 world champion with Dutch citizenship, with this honor rightly being bestowed upon him by the Netherlands' minister of long-term care and sport, Conny Helder.
I m half-half at the end of the day - Max Verstappen opens up about relations with Belgium and Holland
By Khyati C Modified 03 Sep 2022 Follow Us Comment Share Max Verstappen at the 2022 F1 Grand Prix of The Netherlands - Previews Max Verstappen opened up about his relations with Belgium and Holland ahead of the 2022 F1 Dutch Grand Prix press conference. Giving a little sneak peek into his cultural roots, the Belgium-born driver as known, races under a Dutch license. Although Verstappen grew up in Belgium, he admitted to loving both nationalities equally despite some striking cultural differences. He ultimately chose to race representing the Dutch flag and nationality because of his father. He claimed to have no regrets over his decision and is happy to have roots in both. Max Verstappen@Max33VerstappenThanks so much to the incredible Orange Army here today, we’ll see you again next week ?#BelgianGP17401902Thanks so much to the incredible Orange Army here today, we’ll see you again next week ?#BelgianGP https://t.co/aXlGZCwpth On being asked about being born in Belgium and applying for a Dutch passport, Verstappen responded, saying: “I appreciate both sides. You know, yeah, literally, I was born in Belgium. I grew up in Belgium, just across the border to go to school. But also after school, I would travel just across the border to Holland, where the workshop was, with all the go-karts and stuff. So yeah, you know, it’s a big part, my Belgian side of the family as well. And I also really enjoy it. I mean, already the accent is a bit different.” He further added: “You know, the difference between my Mum and Dad, for example, but it’s good: two different countries, of course, they are very close to each other. But I chose to race under the Dutch flag, and nationality also, you know, because of my Dad and no regrets – but I’m happy that I’m half-half at the end of the day.” Oracle Red Bull Racing@redbullracingGefeliciteerd to @Max33Verstappen on being appointed Officer in the Order of Orange-Nassau 13921660Gefeliciteerd to @Max33Verstappen on being appointed Officer in the Order of Orange-Nassau https://t.co/g4IC5KTSbW The Red Bull driver, after his enthralling win at Spa earlier this week, just received a royal decoration - having been appointed Officer of the Order of Oranje-Nassau. He is the first Formula 1 world champion with Dutch citizenship, with this honor rightly being bestowed upon him by the Netherlands' minister of long-term care and sport, Conny Helder.