Verstappen hopes for dry Nürburgring 24H to avoid chaos

Max Verstappen hopes the 24 Hours of the Nürburgring stays largely dry, fearing the chaos that changing conditions could bring. Starting from fourth place in his debut at the iconic race, the four-time F1 champion wants a fair fight for all competitors.

Why it matters:

Verstappen's entry in the Nordschleife endurance classic adds star power to an already legendary event. His Verstappen Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3 showed consistent speed in qualifying, making them a contender for victory. But unpredictable weather could turn the race into a lottery, dampening the team's chances.

The details:

• Verstappen qualified fourth on Saturday afternoon after a disrupted session with fog and damp patches.
• The #3 Mercedes-AMG GT3 completed the warm-up successfully, though Verstappen did not drive.
• Rain is again forecast, threatening to repeat qualifying's grip variations and low visibility.
• Verstappen to Viaplay: “I actually just hope it’s dry. I’m fine with changing conditions, but sometimes luck is involved too – having the right tyres at the right time.”
• He added: “It looks like it is going to rain. I think it has rained enough for the whole weekend, but we’ll see.”

What's next:

The 24-hour race will test Verstappen's adaptability and teamwork. If the rain stays away, his squad has a strong shot at the podium. But the Nordschleife’s unpredictable nature means strategy and luck will play a major role in the outcome.