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How Max Verstappen Turned His Nürburgring GT3  Debut Into Win

How Max Verstappen Turned His Nürburgring GT3 Debut Into Win

Summary

Max Verstappen won his debut GT3 race at the Nürburgring with teammate Chris Lulham. They drove a Ferrari 296 GT3 for Emil Frey Racing and finished with a lead of over 22 seconds. Verstappen, a four-time Formula One champion, started in third and took the lead early in the race.

Key Facts

  • Max Verstappen and Chris Lulham won the Nürburgring Endurance Series ninth round.
  • They drove a Ferrari 296 GT3 for Emil Frey Racing.
  • Verstappen started third and took the lead on the first corner.
  • He built a 62-second lead during his stint, setting the fastest lap time of 7:51.514.
  • Lulham finished the race, extending the lead to 70 seconds before crossing the line with a 22.7-second advantage.
  • Verstappen is a four-time Formula One champion.
  • This race marks Verstappen's debut in the GT3 class.
  • Verstappen expressed enjoyment and a strong desire to participate in more GT3 races.

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