Verstappen Set for Nurburgring 24-Hour Endurance Challenge Behind the Wheel of Mercedes-AMG GT3

In a significant departure from his regular Formula 1 commitments, Max Verstappen will join the prestigious Nurburgring 24 Hours this season, marking his first venture into the iconic endurance racing event. The Red Bull driver will take the wheel of a Mercedes-AMG GT3 for the marathon race on the challenging 20-kilometre Nordschleife layout.

This entry represents an intriguing opportunity for Verstappen to test himself across a different discipline, competing on one of motorsport's most demanding and storied circuits. The Nurburgring 24 Hours stands as one of the world's most celebrated endurance races, attracting top talent from various racing categories and demanding exceptional consistency, car control, and racecraft over an extended duration.

Driving the Mercedes-AMG GT3 will see Verstappen operating a high-performance race car distinctly different from his Formula 1 machinery, though the German manufacturer's GT3 variant remains among the most competitive entries in endurance racing. The assignment showcases Verstappen's willingness to broaden his racing portfolio beyond single-seater competition and take on fresh challenges on the international motorsport stage.