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Verstappen set to share Portimao GT3 grid with Rossi

Max Verstappen said he will compete in the GT World Challenge Europe Cup season finale at Portimao, where he is due to share the GT3 grid with Valentino Rossi for the first time. Verstappen said he hopes to avoid an on-track battle with the MotoGP legend.

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October 3, 2026
Verstappen set to share Portimao GT3 grid with Rossi

Ahead of the Formula 1 weekend at Sepang International Circuit, Max Verstappen confirmed that he plans to race in the GT World Challenge Europe Cup season finale at Portimao in Portugal.

The event is set to mark the first time Verstappen and Valentino Rossi share a GT3 starting grid. Speaking about Rossi, Verstappen discussed the upcoming race with the MotoGP legend.

Verstappen said he hopes to avoid an on-track battle with Rossi at Portimao.

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