マックス・フェルスタッペンが今週末、ニュルブルクリンク24時間レースに出場する。ウィンワード・レーシングからMercedes-AMG GT3を駆る予定だ。他のF1ドライバーたちも、この象徴的なイベントに対して称賛と関心を示している。
フェルスタッペンは、Verstappen.com Racingのバナーのもと、ジュール・グーノン、ダニエル・ジュンカデラ、ルーカス・アウアーとマシンをシェアする。レースは現地時間の土曜午後3時にスタートし、YouTubeでライブ配信される。チケットが完売したノルトシュライフェの現地には記録的な数の観客が予想されており、放送を通じても多くの視聴が見込まれている。
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Max Verstappen was knocked out in Q2 during qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix, securing only 11th place on the grid, while teammate Isack Hadjar starts eighth. The Red Bull driver described his RB22 as completely undriveable and voiced growing discontent with Formula 1's 2026 regulations, hinting at major life decisions. Jos Verstappen criticized the new era for prioritizing chaos over racing.
Max Verstappen will make his first appearance in the Nurburgring 24 Hours this weekend, becoming the latest Formula 1 driver to compete in the endurance event at the Nordschleife.
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Max Verstappen is embracing GT3 racing because it lets drivers make the difference in a balanced field, according to series architect Stephane Ratel. The Formula 1 champion plans a larger programme in 2026 that includes his debut at the Nurburgring 24 Hours later this month.
Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has expressed reservations about the upcoming 2026 regulations, hinting at a possible retirement at the end of that year if they prove unenjoyable. Despite his criticisms, he plans to maximize performance with Red Bull. F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali remains confident that Verstappen will continue in the sport.
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Max Verstappen described Red Bull's performance on Friday at the Chinese Grand Prix as a disaster after qualifying eighth for the Shanghai sprint race. The four-time world champion was significantly off the pace set by Mercedes' George Russell, losing over 1.7 seconds in sprint qualifying. Verstappen highlighted issues with grip and balance in his RB22 car.
Max Verstappen has reiterated his concerns about Formula 1's 2026 technical regulations during pre-season testing in Bahrain, describing them as resembling 'Formula E on steroids.' He claims to have raised similar issues in 2023 without response from the FIA or teams. Red Bull's team principal Laurent Mekies expresses no worries about Verstappen leaving the sport.
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Red Bull Racing team principal Laurent Mekies has admitted the team is paying the price for its late 2025 title push with Max Verstappen, as resources were diverted from its 2026 car. The RB22 has been the fourth-quickest so far this season, trailing Mercedes, Ferrari and McLaren. Despite the setback, Mekies insists the team does not regret the decision and expects to recover.