Max Verstappen is set to make his return to the Nürburgring as he participates in the Nurburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) races. This weekend, he will compete in the NLS4 and NLS5 events, showcasing his skills in endurance racing.
Max Verstappen Returns to the Nürburgring
Verstappen, a four-time Formula 1 world champion, will take on the challenging Nordschleife track, known as ‘The Green Hell.’ These races serve as his preparation for the upcoming Nurburgring 24 Hours, scheduled for May.
Race Details
- Events: NLS4 and NLS5
- Location: Nürburgring
- Date and Times:
- Saturday: Live stream begins at 4 PM, race start at 4:30 PM
- Sunday: Live stream begins at 11:30 AM, race start at 12 PM
- Vehicle: Mercedes-AMG GT3
Teaming Up with Lucas Auer
Verstappen will partner with Lucas Auer, an experienced endurance racer and nephew of former F1 driver Gerhard Berger. Together, they will compete in a 37-strong GT3 field during the endurance event.
Verstappen’s GT3 Journey
This will mark the third and fourth instances of Verstappen racing in GT3 cars within the NLS series. He secured a victory in his debut last September, driving a Ferrari 296 GT3 alongside teammate Chris Lulham. Despite winning in his last outing, Verstappen and his team faced disqualification due to exceeding the allowed tire limits.
Upcoming F1 Season
Formula 1 will resume on May 1-3 with the Miami Grand Prix, featuring the season’s second Sprint weekend. Fans can catch the live action on Sky Sports F1.
Viewers can tune in for both endurance races this weekend on El-Balad’s platforms, ensuring they don’t miss the excitement of Verstappen’s return to the Nürburgring.
