Why don't drivers enter other series like Verstappen? F1 Q&A
Summary
Max Verstappen recently raced in the Nurburgring 24 Hours endurance race while still competing in Formula 1, which is rare for current F1 drivers. Most drivers don’t race in other series because their contracts usually forbid it due to risks, time demands, and team rules. Verstappen’s strong position with Red Bull allows him to participate in other races.Key Facts
- Max Verstappen is one of the few current F1 drivers to race seriously in another motor racing series at the same time.
- Fernando Alonso and Nico Hulkenberg are among other F1 drivers who have done this in recent years.
- Most F1 driver contracts prevent them from racing outside Formula 1 due to risks and time constraints.
- Verstappen has a strong relationship with Red Bull and is a four-time world champion, giving him more freedom.
- In his recent Nurburgring 24 Hours race, Verstappen helped his team gain the lead before a mechanical failure ended their chances of winning.
- Such endurance races are considered more dangerous than F1 races because of higher risks and mixed car categories.
- Some fans and officials discuss bringing back older F1 engine rules, but opinions vary on whether past seasons like 2013 were better.
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