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Max Verstappen jet social media account suspended after controversial poll

A social media account dedicated to tracking Max Verstappen’s private jet has been suspended following controversy surrounding a poll posted on the platform. The account, known as @VerstappenJet, had attracted a large following among Formula 1 fans interested in monitoring the movements of the four-time world champion’s aircraft.

According to reports, the account had built a following of almost 67,000 users on X before it was suspended. Visitors attempting to access the profile are now reportedly greeted with a notice stating that the account has been suspended for violating the platform’s rules. However, X has not publicly explained which specific rule the account allegedly breached.

The suspension came only days after the account sparked criticism with a poll concerning Verstappen’s personal life. The poll asked followers whether they believed the Red Bull driver and his partner, Kelly Piquet, would have another child. The question quickly attracted attention from sections of the F1 community, with some fans arguing that the subject was unnecessarily personal and inappropriate for a public poll.

The controversy highlights the unusual level of interest surrounding Verstappen away from the racetrack. As one of Formula 1’s biggest stars, his travel movements have long attracted attention, particularly from fans who follow his private aircraft.

Verstappen’s aircraft is a Dassault Falcon 8X featuring a distinctive black-and-orange design and his personal branding. Because aircraft movements can be tracked publicly, dedicated social-media accounts have emerged to document when and where the jet travels between races and other destinations.

While the suspension appears to have followed the controversy, there has been no official confirmation that the poll itself was responsible. The timing has nevertheless prompted speculation among fans, especially because the account disappeared shortly after the disputed post.

The incident has also reignited debate about the boundaries between following a sporting celebrity and discussing their private life. Verstappen’s racing career naturally attracts enormous public attention, but questions involving relationships and family decisions can be considerably more sensitive.

For now, the exact reason behind the suspension remains unclear. Unless X provides additional information, it cannot be definitively established whether the controversial poll triggered the action or whether another post or activity on the account violated the platform’s rules.

The episode serves as another reminder of how quickly social-media activity surrounding Formula 1 personalities can generate controversy. With Verstappen enjoying a huge global fanbase, even accounts that focus on his travel can attract tens of thousands of followers.

As the Formula 1 season continues, attention will likely return to Verstappen’s performances on the circuit rather than his private travel arrangements. The suspension, however, has already become an unexpected talking point during the sport’s summer break.