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Max Verstappen’s GT team, Verstappen Racing, has teamed up with Mercedes for 2026 onwards.
Verstappen Racing has announced a multi-year partnership with Mercedes-AMG Motorsport for the 2026 GT3 season, a significant move for Max Verstappen’s racing outfit.
The agreement includes Verstappen Racing switching to the Mercedes-AMG GT3 for GT World Challenge Europe competitions, both Sprint Cup and Endurance Cup, starting from 2026.
The partnership will be managed in collaboration with 2 Seas Motorsport, a well-experienced team in GT racing.
The CEO of Mercedes-AMG Customer Racing, Stefan Wendl, expressed enthusiasm for the ambitious project and the proven success of 2 Seas Motorsport.
Chris Lulham and Daniel Juncadella will team up for the Sprint Cup, highlighting the strength and potential of the new partnership.
Moreover, the addition of Jules Gounon for the Endurance Cup rounds, including the 24 Hours of Spa, further enhances Verstappen Racing’s competitive edge.
With a strong driver line-up, factory support, and operational expertise, the switch to Mercedes-AMG sets clear intentions for Verstappen Racing in the highly competitive 2026 GT season.
