News Summary

Max Verstappen has identified the Nürburgring 24 Hours and 24 Hours of Spa as possible additions to his 2027 racing programme, but ruled out an immediate appearance at Le Mans.

The 2027 Formula 1 calendar avoids clashes with all three endurance races, creating several opportunities for Verstappen to continue competing away from the Grand Prix paddock.

Speaking to GRANDE PRÊMIO reporter Leonid Kliuev in Baku, Verstappen was asked which events he was considering for next season.

“Nürburgring and Spa, probably,” Verstappen said. “Le Mans not. That’s not on my list for now.”

The answer draws a clear distinction between the Dutchman’s immediate GT ambitions and his longer-term interest in prototype racing.

Nürburgring offers Verstappen clearest opportunity

The 2027 calendar leaves the Nürburgring 24 Hours weekend completely free.

The German race takes place from May 27-30, between the Canadian GP on May 23 and the Monaco GP on June 6. Verstappen would therefore have time to compete at the Nordschleife without missing an F1 event.

He made his Nürburgring 24 Hours debut in 2026 with Verstappen Racing, driving a Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo alongside Dani Juncadella. The programme strengthened his involvement in endurance racing beyond simply owning and supporting a team.

A return would provide continuity. Verstappen already knows the circuit, holds the required Nordschleife licence and has experience with the demands of its traffic, changing conditions and unusually large field.

The principal complication is preparation. Several Nürburgring endurance events used to prepare for the 24-hour race clash with Formula 1 weekends, potentially limiting his running before the main event.

Spa is also available—but creates tighter turnaround

Verstappen has repeatedly expressed an interest in the 24 Hours of Spa, one of the central events on the GT World Challenge Europe calendar.

The 2027 race is scheduled for June 24-27. Formula 1 visits Portimão on June 18-20 before heading to Silverstone for the British GP from July 2-4.

That creates a free weekend for Spa, although Verstappen would face three major events in consecutive weeks across Portugal, Belgium and Britain.

Spa would also fit naturally with Verstappen Racing’s existing GT programme. The team has already competed in the event, making it easier to construct an entry around an established operation rather than creating an isolated project.

The Nürburgring and Spa therefore offer something Le Mans currently cannot: direct compatibility with Verstappen’s GT3 programme.

Why Le Mans is not yet part of Verstappen’s plan

The 24 Hours of Le Mans is also free of a Formula 1 clash in 2027, taking place from June 9-13 between Monaco and Portugal.

Calendar space, however, is only one requirement. Verstappen would need an available Hypercar seat, sufficient preparation and confidence that the programme could challenge for victory.

A Le Mans entry would also involve adapting to prototype machinery and working within a manufacturer’s established World Endurance Championship operation. Nürburgring and Spa allow Verstappen to compete through the GT structure he has already helped build.

His “for now” qualification leaves Le Mans open as a future objective rather than rejecting it completely. Verstappen has previously discussed competing there, but his answer in Baku establishes that it is not among his immediate 2027 priorities.

The 2027 F1 calendar begins in Bahrain on March 14. Neither Verstappen Racing nor Red Bull has formally confirmed his participation in the Nürburgring or Spa 24-hour races.

F1 today: FAQ

What time is Singapore GP sprint qualifying today?

Sprint qualifying starts at 20:30 Singapore time on Friday, October 9, equivalent to 13:30 BST in the UK, 08:30 ET in the United States and Canada, and 18:00 IST in India. The session determines the starting grid for Saturday’s sprint.

Who was fastest in Singapore GP FP1?

George Russell topped FP1 with a 1:32.274, driving Mercedes’ older W17 aerodynamic specification. Charles Leclerc finished second, 0.198s behind, followed by Lando Norris in third. Kimi Antonelli was seventh with the upgraded Mercedes, while Gabriel Bortoleto finished 16th.

Why is George Russell using the old Mercedes at the Singapore GP?

Mercedes is comparing its previous W17 specification with the aerodynamic upgrade introduced at Sepang. Russell is using the older package, while championship leader Kimi Antonelli retains the new version. Russell led FP1, but differences in tyre compounds and run programmes mean the result alone does not establish which specification is faster.

Will Max Verstappen race at the Nürburgring in 2027?

Verstappen says the Nürburgring 24 Hours is under consideration, but no entry has been formally confirmed.