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Valentino Rossi, Max Verstappen face off in GT World Challenge finale

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Valentino Rossi, Max Verstappen face off in GT World Challenge finale

Summary

Valentino Rossi and Max Verstappen compete in the GT World Challenge Europe finale this weekend in Portimao, Portugal. Rossi drives a BMW M4 GT3, partnering with Max Hesse and Neil Verhagen, while Verstappen races a Mercedes-AMG GT3 with teammates Ben Barnicoat and Chris Lulham. Rossi, a veteran of GT3 racing since retiring from MotoGP, aims to challenge Verstappen, who makes his series debut following successful endurance outings. The race is scheduled for Saturday from 5 PM to 8 PM UK time, after practice and qualifying sessions today. Live coverage is available on the GT World YouTube channel and Sky Sports.

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By the Numbers

•Rossi races for Team WRT with BMW M4 GT3
•Verstappen competes under his own brand with Mercedes-AMG GT3
•Free practice and qualifying occur before the race
•Live streaming available on GT World's YouTube channel
•Key endurance racing competitors include Nicki Thiim and Mirko Bortolotti

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What they're saying

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Two of the greatest figures in motorsport history will face off this weekend - and no, it’s not a gimmick. Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen will be racing against nine-time motorcycle world champion Valentino Rossi in what sounds like a social media bit.
— Yahoo Sports

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