Nicki Thiim criticizes DTM and Mercedes-AMG after Nurburgring race

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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Nicki Thiim criticizes DTM and Mercedes-AMG after Nurburgring race

Summary

Nicki Thiim expressed frustration following his 11th-place finish in the DTM race at Nurburgring on August 15. The Aston Martin driver described his experience as disappointing and labeled the current situation in the series a disgrace. Thiim specifically criticized the competition with Landgraf Mercedes, indicating significant dissatisfaction with the event. The race performance raises questions about his prospects in the ongoing championship season.

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Key Details

•Nicki Thiim finished 11th in the DTM race at Nurburgring.
•Thiim voiced strong criticism of the DTM series and Mercedes-AMG.
•He described the situation as a disgrace and incredibly disappointing.
•The race took place on August 15, 2026.
•Thiim's performance may impact his championship standing.

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9:23 PMMotorsport.com — Nicki Thiim hits out at DTM and AMG: "What’s going on here is a disgrace"

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Aston Martin title contender Nicki Thiim was completely beside himself after finishing 11th in Saturday's DTM race at the Nurburgring - and lashed out at the series and at Mercedes-AMG. "I thought Oschersleben was bad, but this is absolutely next level. I'm super disappointed. What is going on here right now is simply a disgrace," the Dane raged. Above all, the battle with Landgraf Mercedes ...Keep reading
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