Verstappen says no to 2027 Le Mans, targets other 24-hour races
Max Verstappen has ruled out racing in the 2027 Le Mans 24 Hours. The Formula 1 world champion is instead looking at GT3 outings in the 24-hour events at the Nurburgring and Spa-Francorchamps.
Reports say Max Verstappen does not expect to make his Le Mans 24 Hours debut in 2027. Motorsport.com states he has ruled out competing in that race next year.
The recently announced 2027 Formula 1 calendar leaves room for F1 drivers to enter several major endurance events, including the 24-hour races at Le Mans, the Nurburgring and Spa. Even so, Verstappen is not planning a Le Mans bid.
Instead, he is eyeing GT3 race plans focused on the 24-hour events at the Nurburgring and Spa-Francorchamps.
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