P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Franz Hermann RETURNS as Max Verstappen conducts secret track test
‘Franz Hermann,’ also known as F1 champion Max Verstappen, recently returned to the track for a test outing at Spa. Verstappen had previously adopted the pseudonym to conceal his identity during a test drive at the Nordschleife circuit. His surprise appearance in an Aston Martin followed the quick sell-out of Hermann-inspired merchandise on his website. Verstappen’s focus now shifts back to F1 duties with the Austrian Grand Prix approaching next weekend. Having celebrated victory at the Austrian track four times, he aims to add a fifth win and narrow the gap to championship leader Oscar Piastri. Verstappen’s aspirations in endurance racing are notable, as he plans to obtain a Nordschleife permit this year.
