13/09/2025 20:28
The 27-year-old completed the necessary requirements during his
weekend visit to the German circuit, despite initial confusion
caused by technical problems with a sister car. The Nordschleife
does not permit drivers to compete in rapid GT3 machinery without
proper credentials, regardless of their achievements elsewhere.
Even world champions must complete the prescribed pathway to earn
their licence. Verstappen completed 14 laps in the #980 Porsche
Cayman GT4, sufficient for the jury to award him the coveted
licence. Officially, the Dutchman did not have two results
registered due to mechanical issues with the sister vehicle, but
his lap count proved adequate for certification. Endurance racing
ambitions Verstappen has never hidden his passion for endurance
racing. Beyond the Nürburgring 24 Hours, he harbours ambitions to
compete at Le Mans. For now, Formula 1 remains his primary focus,
though Verstappen recently suggested a potential detour might be
possible if he is not fighting for the championship. The Red Bull
driver could return to the Nordschleife as early as 27 September,
this time behind the wheel of a Ferrari GT3 for Verstappen.com
Racing. With his A-licence now secured, Verstappen possesses all
the necessary documentation to pursue his long-term racing plans
beyond Formula 1's current regulatory cycle.
