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Spa 24 Hours emerges as Max Verstappen’s likely 2027 GT target

Following an impressive performance at Portimao, Max Verstappen is hoping to continue his GT racing at Spa-Francorchamps, which he describes as his "favourite track". He revealed this after finishing ninth in the GT World Challenge Europe this gone weekend where…

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 11:03 AM
Spa 24 Hours emerges as Max Verstappen’s likely 2027 GT target
Key Things to Know
  • Max Verstappen is aiming to compete in the 2027 Spa 24 Hours alongside his Formula 1 commitments.
  • The 2027 Spa 24 Hours race takes place between the Portuguese and British Grands Prix from June 24 to 27.
  • Verstappen recently placed ninth in the GT World Challenge Europe round at Portimao alongside Chris Lulham and Ben Barnicoat.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Max Verstappen has targeted competing in the Spa 24 Hours endurance race in 2027 while balancing his Formula 1 duties with Red Bull Racing. The Belgian-born driver called Spa-Francorchamps his favorite track after finishing ninth in a Team Verstappen Mercedes alongside Chris Lulham and Ben Barnicoat at the GT World Challenge Europe round in Portimao.

The 2027 Spa 24 Hours is scheduled for June 24-27 between the Portuguese and British Grands Prix. Alongside the Nurburgring 24 Hours, it represents a primary target for Verstappen, who now turns his immediate focus back to Formula 1 ahead of the United States Grand Prix.

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