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Verstappen blows rivals away with INSANE Nurburgring qualifying time
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen impressed with a solid performance in his first Nurburgring Endurance Series (NLS) qualifying session, finishing sixth overall in the CUP3 class.
Despite not claiming pole position, Verstappen stood out for being the fastest among the amateur drivers in detuned vehicles, like the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport he piloted due to holding a Permit B.
Verstappen’s debut at the Nurburgring Nordschleife saw him behind competitors in more powerful cars, but as the fastest in his class, he aims to qualify for Permit A with a strong showing in the 65th ADAC ACAS Cup.
By recording 14 clean laps during the live and free-to-watch race, the Dutchman could progress to racing GT3 cars on the renowned circuit, a significant achievement given the limitations imposed by his detuned Porsche.
