Max Verstappen says it can be “dangerous” to focus only on Formula 1 after completing an endurance racing outing at the Nürburgring Nordschleife — and earning a key permit that nudges him toward GT3 competition on the ‘Green Hell.’
Racing a Porsche Cayman 718 GT4 CS in the four-hour ADAC ACAS Cup, Verstappen successfully met the requirements — ultimately via committee decision — to obtain the licence needed to step up to GT3 machinery at the famed circuit. The experience, he said, refreshed his racing senses and underlined the value of testing himself in different environments.
Beyond the immediate achievement, the world champion’s comments offer a glimpse into his long-term thinking: while F1 remains the main stage, branching into endurance racing, especially at a place as demanding as the Nordschleife, keeps motivation high and skillsets sharp. The synergy between disciplines — traffic management, tyre conservation, risk assessment — is a compelling draw for a driver who thrives on mastering new challenges.
Whether and when Verstappen takes the full GT3 plunge at the ‘Ring is still to be seen. What’s clear is that the door to a multi‑discipline future is ajar, and the appetite is there.
