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Verstappen to start last in 101-kart Silverstone race

8/25/2026

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Verstappen Starts Last

Max Verstappen will start last in a 101-kart race at Silverstone on 16 September 2026.
French driver David Terrien designed a purpose-built kart circuit for the event.
Red Bull will broadcast the race live on Disney+ worldwide.
ESPN Unlimited will carry the race in the United States.
Verstappen will be mic-ed up to communicate directly with rivals.

Summary

Verstappen Crashes

Max Verstappen crashed on the opening lap of the final Dutch Grand Prix, ending his home race instantly.
Former champion Nico Rosberg blamed excessive throttle on a damp, offset dry patch for the accident.
The Guardian reported Verstappen escaped uninjured despite severe car damage.
Over 105,000 spectators attended the race, with weekend attendance exceeding 300,000 visitors.

History

Historical Context

In August 1976, defending champion Niki Lauda suffered serious burns in a crash at the German Grand Prix. The incident remains a reference point for motorsport safety, shaping the modern track design and driver communication, and is echoed in today’s high-profile Silverstone kart event starring Max Verstappen and streamed by Red Bull on Disney+.

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Verstappen Starts Last

Max Verstappen will start last in a 101-kart race at Silverstone on 16 September 2026.
French driver David Terrien designed a purpose-built kart circuit for the event.
Red Bull will broadcast the race live on Disney+ worldwide.
ESPN Unlimited will carry the race in the United States.
Verstappen will be mic-ed up to communicate directly with rivals.

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