Team Principal Confirms What Really Ended Verstappen’s Nurburgring 24: “No Crash or Contact”
Max Verstappen's Nürburgring 24 Hours race ended due to a technical failure rather than a crash or contact, as confirmed by Winward Racing team principal Steve Buschmann. The issue began with an ABS warning that led to a driveshaft breakage on the #3 Mercedes-AMG GT3 during Daniel Juncadella's stint. Despite the setback, the sister #80 car inherited the lead and remains in contention for victory.
- ▪The #3 Mercedes-AMG GT3 retired due to a technical failure in the right rear corner, specifically a driveshaft breakage.
- ▪Team principal Steve Buschmann confirmed there was no crash or contact involved in the incident.
- ▪The problem is believed to be isolated to the #3 car, meaning the #80 sister car is not expected to face the same issue.
- ▪Verstappen had significantly extended the lead during his stint before handing over to Juncadella with under three hours remaining.
- ▪The #80 Winward Mercedes now has a chance to secure Mercedes' first Nürburgring 24 Hours win in 10 years.
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