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After getting a taste of the Nurburgring for a F1 tyre test, Lando Norris has put his support behind Max Verstappen for his upcoming 24-hour race.
Lando Norris showed his support for Max Verstappen after a Formula 1 tyre test at the Nurburgring. McLaren returned to the Nurburgring for the first time since 2020 for a Pirelli tyre test with Norris and Oscar Piastri. The historic and unique track, with a layout dating back to the 1920s, provided fun and excitement for Norris, despite not being on the F1 calendar.
Nurburgring, also known as the “Green Hell,” fell out of favor due to safety concerns following Niki Lauda’s crash in 1976. Despite modern safety advancements, the track still instills nervousness in drivers. Norris found the experience thrilling and highlighted the unique appeal the track holds for drivers.
Although not used in F1, Nurburgring remains a popular venue for endurance series, like the 24 Hours of Nurburgring. Norris leveraged onboard data to prepare for the track and watched friends like Max Verstappen race there. The dangers of Motorsport were underscored by a severe crash involving a 66-year-old driver during a race at Nurburgring.
