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George Russell said “never say never” when asked about partnering Max Verstappen at a future Nurburgring 24 Hours event
George Russell expressed his enthusiasm about potentially partnering with Max Verstappen in a future Nurburgring 24 Hours effort, although Verstappen did not share the same level of excitement. Verstappen’s recent GT3 race at the Nordschleife captivated Formula 1 fans and drivers, despite encountering reliability issues. The relationship between Russell and Verstappen, following close on-track battles last year, was filled with admiration from Russell’s side for Verstappen’s recent performance. Russell acknowledged the possibility of taking on the challenge himself in the future, impressed by Verstappen’s skills and the demanding nature of endurance races. While Russell hinted at the possibility of partnering with Verstappen at the Nurburgring, Verstappen emphasized that their focus and positions in F1 are currently different. Despite their diverging paths, both drivers appreciated the support and interest from fellow drivers and fans regarding their potential partnership.
