Max Verstappen Takes on Nurburgring Endurance Challenge with Ferrari 296 GT3
Max Verstappen is gearing up for a new challenge at the Nurburgring this weekend. The Formula 1 World Champion will be hitting the Grand Prix circuit to prepare for his debut in the Nurburgring Endurance Series with a Ferrari 296 GT3 under his Verstappen.com Racing team. He will be sharing the car with his friend Chris Lulham in the race on Saturday at the iconic "Green Hell."
This marks another step in Verstappen's venture into sports car racing, following his recent Porsche Cayman outing to secure the permit required for Nordschleife competition. His ultimate goal is to compete in the prestigious 24 Hours of Nurburgring, a challenge he has been eyeing for some time. Verstappen has already tested the Ferrari 296 GT3 privately and showcased impressive speed, setting record lap times.
Returning to the Nurburgring holds significance for Verstappen, who finished second at the circuit during the 2020 Eifel GP. This time, he will be switching from Red Bull's F1 car to Ferrari's GT3 machine in pursuit of a different kind of victory. Verstappen's passion for motorsport extends beyond Formula 1, with GT racing being a part of his broader racing interests.
While Formula 1 remains his primary focus, Verstappen's foray into GT competition demonstrates his eagerness to challenge himself across various disciplines on one of the most demanding tracks in the world. This weekend's outing at the Nurburgring will provide valuable experience and preparation for his upcoming GT3 race on the Nordschleife.