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Max Verstappen Begins Nordschleife Permit Bid With NLS Outing in Detuned Porsche

He needs to pass a DMSB theory test and log classified laps to move up to Permit A for a potential GT3 race later this month.

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Overview

  • Verstappen is slated to take the DMSB exam on Friday to obtain a Category B permit that clears him to race in the Nürburgring Langstrecken‑Serie this weekend.
  • He is expected to drive Lionspeed GP’s Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 CS in Permit B specification, with power limited to just over 300 hp and no realistic shot at overall or class wins.
  • Plans indicate stints across two Caymans — the #89 in SP7 and the #980 in Cup 3 — to meet the requirement of at least 14 laps and 20% of race distance in each car.
  • The double‑header format provides two chances to secure classified results, and the panel could grant an upgrade after one race; a Sunday entry may be added if a second finish is needed.
  • If he earns Permit A, reports indicate a GT3 run with Emil Frey Racing’s Ferrari 296 GT3 on September 27 is in play, as interest surges with praise from Nico Rosberg and free streams on Motorsport.tv.