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Max Verstappen set for major racing test as champion awaits Ferrari verdict
After securing a decisive victory and setting a record-breaking fastest lap in F1 history, Max Verstappen is shifting his focus to another racing series this weekend. Given his passion for racing, the Dutch driver is not taking a break following his Italian Grand Prix win but is returning to the Nurburgring for an endurance debut on the Nordschleife. Verstappen aims to compete in an NLS race on September 13 but must first pass an exam on Friday to qualify. He needs to earn an A Permit by completing two classified race results over 14 laps to race on Sunday, possibly in the top NLS class. Despite his F1 champion status, Verstappen will have to earn his place in the upcoming races, including driving the Ferrari 296 GT3 with Emil Frey Racing. This decision to venture into new racing territory has attracted global attention, with fans eagerly anticipating Verstappen’s performance on the challenging Nordschleife circuit.
