Max gets a lavish birthday treat, Sochi-style

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Max Verstappen turns 21 today, which means the Red Bull charger can now legally drink and walk into Monte Carlo's glitzy casino and gamble!

Sunday morning in Sochi, the Dutchman man was treated to some local folklore, with an impressive helmet-themed orange cake and a full collection of 'Max Verstappen' babushka dolls to boot.

In a perfect world, an overwhelming triumph in the Russian Grand Prix would await Max this afternoon, even though he'll be chasing from behind.

Never dismiss however the 'Max factor'…