Toto Wolff discusses Max Verstappen's role in Mercedes GT racing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 7:58 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Toto Wolff, during a media session at Zandvoort, addressed Max Verstappen's new Red Bull contract, stating their paths have already crossed, albeit outside of F1. He highlighted their collaboration on a GT3 project, emphasizing that Verstappen competes in significant endurance races like the Nurburgring 24 Hours with Mercedes. Wolff expressed excitement about this joint venture and noted its unexpected success. Though he refrained from speculating whether Verstappen will ever race for Mercedes in Formula 1, he acknowledged the possibilities for future crossovers in various racing formats such as karting or GTs.
- •Wolff jokes about Verstappen racing for Mercedes in the Nurburgring 24 Hours.
- •Their partnership in GT racing has been described as a success.
- •Wolff expresses uncertainty about Verstappen's future in F1 with Mercedes.
- •The joint GT3 project was developed over a year and a half ago.
- •Collaboration highlights evolving relationships in motorsport.
- 7:58 AMYahoo Sports — Toto Wolff jokes about Max Verstappen's Red Bull deal: Mercedes has him for the "real hero races"
"Wolff says Mercedes and Verstappen's paths are already crossing, just not in F1. He jokes the joint GT3 project means Mercedes has Verstappen in the car for some of the biggest races of the year, including the Nurburgring 24 Hours
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