Background

The 2026 ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring marks the endurance racing debut of four-time Formula 1 World Champion Max Verstappen. Verstappen is competing in the #3 Mercedes-AMG GT3, sharing driving duties with Lucas Auer, Jules Gounon, and Dani Juncadella. The team qualified in fourth position for the race. Verstappen has previously stated his goal for the event is victory, citing the track's status as the "Green Hell" and his extensive preparation via both real-world testing and simulator racing.