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Max Verstappen Tests Ferrari GT3 at Nürburgring Using Alias

The F1 star's public session advances his endurance racing ambitions and license qualification for iconic events.

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Max Verstappen during the 2025 Miami Grand Prix.

Overview

  • Max Verstappen drove a Ferrari 296 GT3 run by Emil Frey Racing during an official Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie test session.
  • Competing under the pseudonym 'Franz Hermann,' Verstappen aimed to keep his participation discreet, employing security measures and barring photographers from the garage.
  • This public test marks a departure from his usual private sessions and supports his efforts to secure a special license for NLS events and the 24-hour Nürburgring race.
  • The session aligns with Verstappen's growing involvement in GT3 racing, complementing his Europe Endurance program, where he fields his own team.
  • Despite his endurance racing pursuits, Verstappen remains committed to his F1 career, currently navigating a challenging season with Red Bull.