Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen is back at the iconic Nürburgring Nordschleife this weekend for the second round of the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS2). Moving away from his previous machinery, the Dutchman is set to make his debut in a Mercedes-AMG GT3, sporting the number 3.
Verstappen will be joined by seasoned GT specialists Dani Juncadella and Jules Gounon. The entry is a collaborative effort under the Verstappen Racing banner, supported by Winward Racing and Mercedes-AMG Motorsport.
The Road to the 24 Hours
This race serves as a vital stepping stone for Verstappen’s primary goal: the 24 Hours of Nürburgring in May. After a successful 2025 campaign—where he secured his Nordschleife racing permit and clinched a win in NLS9 alongside Chris Lulham—Max is focused on mastering the 24-kilometer “Green Hell.”
“The Nürburgring Nordschleife is a special place,” Verstappen noted. “The 24 Hours of Nürburgring has been on my bucket list for a long time. We’re racing here this weekend to prepare for that as well as possible.”
Schedule & Viewing Guide
The action kicks off on Saturday, March 21, with a dense schedule for fans to follow:
- Qualifying: 08:30 CET (90 minutes)
- Race Start: 12:00 CET (4-hour duration)
- Broadcasts: Live on Viaplay or via the Team Redline livestream (starting at 11:30 CET), which features exclusive onboard footage.
Exclusive Gear
To celebrate his GT3 campaign, the Max Verstappen Shop has released a limited “Nürburgring NLS GT3” collection. Fans can purchase hoodies, T-shirts, and scale models (1:18 and 1:43) of the Mercedes-AMG GT3. Additionally, viewers of the Team Redline stream will have a chance to win one of ten signed caps.
