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Nurburgring 24 Hours: Mercedes wins dramatic race, Max Verstappen finishes after technical issue
The sister car to Max Verstappen’s Mercedes AMG-GT3 won the 2026 Nurburgring 24 Hours in a dramatic race. Despite leading most of the race, Verstappen’s car suffered a late-race breakdown due to a wheel bearing issue. The #80 Mercedes took the lead, securing victory with strong performances from its drivers. Mercedes’ last win on the Nordschleife was in 2016, marking a significant comeback. The race also saw a redemption story for the #84 Lamborghini Huracan GT3 and a strong recovery for the #99 BMW M4 GT3. The event featured intense action, crashes, and varying weather conditions, adding to the race’s unpredictability.
