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時間レースに初出場する。ノルドシュライフェで開催されるこの耐久レースに挑む最新のF1ドライバーとなる。
フェルスタッペンは、1970年の大会開始以来、同レースに出場した30人以上のF1ドライバーの仲間に加わることになる。4度のワールドチャンピオン獲得という実績は他の多くの先達とは一線を画しており、同等のタイトル数を保持しているのはニキ・ラウダ、ネルソン・ピケ、ジャック・ブラバムの3名のみである。なお、F1ワールドチャンピオンとして同レースを制したのは、1973年に優勝したラウダが唯一である。
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Four-time world champion Max Verstappen is rated as the top potential contender for the 2026 Formula 1 title despite challenges with new regulations. Building on his earlier criticisms from Bahrain testing, reporters highlight his exceptional 2025 performance in an inferior car and question how energy management will affect his competitive style. Verstappen has expressed concerns that the changes could make races harder for fans to follow.
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen dominated the opening four-hour race of the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie in a Mercedes-AMG GT3 but was disqualified two hours after the finish. The jury found that his team used seven sets of tires instead of the allowed six.
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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.
Max Verstappen has shared proposals with the FIA to address concerns over the new 2026 Formula 1 regulations following the Australian Grand Prix. Drivers have criticized the 'yo-yo racing' caused by energy management, which led to artificial overtakes and safety issues at the start. Verstappen hopes for changes to make racing more natural, while confirming he does not plan to leave the sport.
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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.
Max Verstappen refused to participate in a Formula 1 press conference at Suzuka until Guardian reporter Giles Richards left the room. The Dutch driver stated, “I’m not speaking before he’s leaving,” ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix. The incident stems from tensions over past media coverage.
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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.