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Thierry Vermeulen discusses preparation, consistency and team dynamics ahead of the 2026 DTM season with Emil Frey Racing.

Exclusive: “We have high goals” — Vermeulen targets strong 2026 DTM campaign with Emil Frey Racing

Karishma Persad2 days ago4 days ago07 mins

As the 2026 Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM) season approaches, Thierry Vermeulen, now firmly established within Emil Frey Racing, finds himself in a familiar yet evolving position as he continues to build on the experience he has gathered since stepping into GT3 machinery just a few years ago. Speaking exclusively to Pit Debrief, Vermeulen offered a…

Max Verstappen adds Nürburgring 24 Qualifiers to his schedule, boosting preparation for his highly anticipated N24 debut.

Max Verstappen adds N24 Qualifiers to Nürburgring 24 preparations

Karishma Persad1 week ago1 week ago03 mins

Max Verstappen will make the most of an unexpected gap in the Formula 1 calendar by competing in the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Qualifiers, further strengthening his preparations for his debut in the iconic endurance race. The four-time Formula 1 world champion continues to broaden his GT racing experience as he balances commitments across disciplines. The…

Verstappen Racing disqualified from 2026 Nürburgring NLS2 win after tyre rule breach, promoting BMW crew Harper and Pepper to victory.

2026 NLS: ROWE Racing promoted to NLS2 win after Verstappen Racing disqualified for tyre rule breach

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

Max Verstappen and the Mercedes-AMG Team Verstappen Racing have been disqualified from their 2026 NLS2 victory in the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) after post-race scrutineering revealed a breach of tyre regulations. The Dutch driver had initially secured a commanding win aboard the Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo, sharing the car with Jules Gounon and Dani Juncadella. However, officials…

The 2026 Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) opener, the 71st ADAC Westfalenfahrt (NLS 1), was cancelled due to snow and freezing track conditions.

2026 NLS1 cancelled due to poor weather conditions

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago03 mins

Officials cancelled the opening round of the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS) after adverse weather conditions made racing unsafe at the Nürburgring. Snowfall and freezing temperatures plaguing the 2026 opener forced organisers to call off the four-hour race, the 71st ADAC Westfalenfahrt (NLS1). The race was scheduled to start at midday local time. Low temperatures and snow…

Max Verstappen will make his debut at the Nürburgring 24 Hours endurance racing event with Mercedes in May 2026, fielding a Mercedes-AMG GT3 with striking Red Bull livery

Max Verstappen set to make Nürburgring 24 Hours debut with Mercedes-AMG

Senjuti Jash1 month ago1 month ago08 mins

Max Verstappen will expand his endurance racing ambitions in 2026 after Verstappen Racing confirmed plans to compete in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring with a Mercedes-AMG GT3, run in partnership with Winward Racing and supported by Red Bull. The programme represents another significant step in Verstappen Racing’s growing GT3 activities and underlines the team’s long-term…

Mercedes-AMG confirms 16-car GT World Challenge (GTWC) 2026 entry, targeting Endurance and Sprint Cup titles with strong crews.

Mercedes-AMG unveils 16-car entry for 2026 GTWC Europe Endurance and Sprint Cups

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Mercedes-AMG has confirmed an emphatic statement of intent for the 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) powered by AWS, unveiling a formidable 16-car campaign across both the Endurance Cup and Sprint Cup. With 10 cars committed to Endurance and six to Sprint competition, the Affalterbach manufacturer signals its determination to dominate Europe’s premier GT3 championship. As…

Verstappen Racing partners with Mercedes-AMG for multi-year GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe programme from 2026.

Verstappen Racing announced Mercedes-AMG GT3 partnership ahead of 2026 GTWC Europe campaign

Karishma Persad4 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Verstappen Racing has announced a multi-year collaboration with Mercedes-AMG Motorsport, beginning next season and marking a significant new phase in the team’s development. The programme will see Verstappen Racing continue its presence in the GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS, with a renewed focus across both Sprint and Endurance competition. Thus, by aligning…