Max Verstappen's Le Mans plans hindered by F1 calendar clash
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
The provisional 2027 Formula 1 calendar presents a scheduling conflict for Max Verstappen's endurance racing ambitions. The Portuguese Grand Prix is set to coincide with the 24 Hours of Le Mans, while the Austrian GP overlaps with the 24 Hours of Spa. Only the Nürburgring 24 Hours, scheduled for May, remains a viable option. Verstappen has previously expressed interest in competing at Le Mans and has discussed potential collaboration with Fernando Alonso, although participation depends on the final F1 calendar. The official calendar announcement is expected soon.
- •Portuguese GP and Le Mans set for the same weekend.
- •Austrian GP conflicts with 24 Hours of Spa.
- •Nürburgring 24 Hours is the only non-conflicting race.
- •Verstappen has talked to Alonso about Le Mans participation.
- •Full F1 calendar announcement expected on Wednesday.
- 11:00 AMMotorsport.com — F1 clash avoided but can Lando Norris or Max Verstappen race at Le Mans 2027? - Motorsport.com
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — F1 Calendar Change Could Unlock Max Verstappen’s Endurance Racing Dream
- 9:18 AMYahoo Sports — F1 clash avoided but can Lando Norris or Max Verstappen race at Le Mans 2027?
- 7:20 AMYahoo Sports — Verstappen's Le Mans plans blocked by 2027 F1 calendar clash with Portuguese GP
"The provisional 2027 F1 calendar could have consequences for Max Verstappen's expanding endurance plans. On the provisional dates, the Portuguese Grand Prix would clash directly with the 24 Hours of Le Mans, while the Austrian Grand Prix would clash with the 24 Hours of Spa.
"Unlike this year, there are no clashes between F1 and Le Mans in 2027. But grand prix drivers will face additional hurdles should they press ahead with the biggest sportscar race of all
"Unlike this year, there are no clashes between F1 and Le Mans in 2027. But grand prix drivers will face additional hurdles should they press ahead with the biggest sportscar race of all
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External links- Motorsport.comSep 16, 2026, 11:00 AMF1 clash avoided but can Lando Norris or Max Verstappen race at Le Mans 2027? - Motorsport.com
Unlike this year, there are no clashes between F1 and Le Mans in 2027. But grand prix drivers will face additional hurdles should they press ahead with the biggest sportscar race of all
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 10:05 AMF1 Calendar Change Could Unlock Max Verstappen’s Endurance Racing Dream
The F1 2027 schedule is opening the door for drivers to possibly participate in other legacy events like the Nürburgring 24 Hours or Le Mans.
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 9:18 AMF1 clash avoided but can Lando Norris or Max Verstappen race at Le Mans 2027?
Unlike this year, there are no clashes between F1 and Le Mans in 2027. But grand prix drivers will face additional hurdles should they press ahead with the biggest sportscar race of all
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 7:20 AMVerstappen's Le Mans plans blocked by 2027 F1 calendar clash with Portuguese GP
The provisional 2027 F1 calendar could have consequences for Max Verstappen's expanding endurance plans. On the provisional dates, the Portuguese Grand Prix would clash directly with the 24 Hours of Le Mans, while the Austrian Grand Prix would clash with the 24 Hours of Spa.
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