P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen’s #3 Mercedes-AMG GT3 was pushed into the garage for repairs following a broken drive shaft, after leading for the last few hours of the 24 Hours of Nürburgring. With less than three hours to go, the #3 Mercedes is out of contention for the win and podium.
Max Verstappen’s #3 Mercedes-AMG GT3 was pushed into the garage for repairs due to a broken drive shaft, ending its chances of winning the 24 Hours of Nürburgring after leading for several hours. Following a driver change to Dani, an ABS failure was reported, hinting at an electrical issue. Despite initial efforts to reset and continue, further problems surfaced, eventually revealing a broken drive shaft with additional damage, requiring extensive repairs. Despite the disappointment, the team decided to repair the car and send it back out for a few final laps as a gesture to the supportive fans and public who had cheered them on throughout the race, as stated by Stefan Wendl, Head of Customer Racing at Mercedes-AMG Motorsport.
