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Verstappen Set for NLS2 Mercedes Debut at Nürburgring After Nordschleife Shakedown

This outing doubles as preparation for his planned Nürburgring 24 Hours entry in May.

Overview

  • The four-time F1 champion is listed on the 136-car NLS2 entry in the #3 MercedesAMG Team Verstappen Racing AMG GT3 EVO.
  • He shares driving duties with Daniel Juncadella and Jules Gounon, per the official entry.
  • Organisers will stream qualifying and the four-hour race for free on official NLS channels, with qualifying at 08:30 CET and lights out at 12:00 CET on March 21.
  • Friday brought a Mercedes shakedown for Verstappen on the Nordschleife, his final on-track prep before Saturday’s competitive debut in the AMG GT3 EVO.
  • The run forms part of his switch from Ferrari to a factory-supported Mercedes-AMG programme, and some outlets report the event date was moved forward to enable his participation.