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Verstappen's Mercedes-GT3 Nürburgring Debut Sells Out

5/15/2026

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Max Verstappen, four-time Formula 1 champion, debuted in the Nürburgring 24-Hour race driving a Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo.
He shared the car with Dani Juncadella, Jules Gounon and Lucas Auer on 12.9-mile “Green Hell”.
His entry caused the event to sell out for first time.
Lando Norris praised Verstappen’s ability to compete in any series.
George Russell said he was jealous of Verstappen’s race and hoped to try the Nürburgring himself.

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Max Verstappen, four-time Formula 1 champion, debuted in the Nürburgring 24-Hour race driving a Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo.
He shared the car with Dani Juncadella, Jules Gounon and Lucas Auer on 12.9-mile “Green Hell”.
His entry caused the event to sell out for first time.
Lando Norris praised Verstappen’s ability to compete in any series.
George Russell said he was jealous of Verstappen’s race and hoped to try the Nürburgring himself.