Max Verstappen and Sebastian Vettel are the only two drivers to have won World Championships for Red Bull throughout the team’s existence, and now the two stars might link up directly. Verstappen is famous for his racing endeavors outside of F1, and there are talks of a new foray on the horizon.
How will he team up with Vettel, and where?
F1 Icons Max Verstappen and Sebastian Vettel Could Team Up for a Run at Le Mans
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is the most famous endurance race of all time. The event’s storied history dates back 103 years and includes legendary rivalries like the Ford vs. Ferrari era of the 1960s. Now, the race could see a new highlight when Verstappen and Vettel team up for a run together.
“I am also in regular contact with Max, and we already talked a few years ago that, if it ever works out, we’d race Le Mans together,” Vettel said, via Sky Sports.
Like most F1 drivers, Vettel never crossed over into numerous other racing disciplines during his career. The German only competed in the Race of Champions while driving in the F1 championship. He participated multiple times, representing Germany alongside Michael Schumacher and even winning the individual Champion of Champions title in 2015.
Vettel’s other racing activities were limited to occasions before and after his F1 career, including Formula BMW, Formula 3 Euro Series, and karting. He’s also done demonstrations after F1, such as running Nigel Mansell’s 1992 Williams on sustainable fuel.
Verstappen, on the other hand, has been far more active in other racing disciplines despite being a full-time F1 driver. He has strong ties to high-level karting events, regularly testing and racing with professional machinery.
Sim racing is another major commitment for the Dutchman, as he often competes in prominent events with his Team Redline. Virtual endurance racing is a major focus of his sim activities.
Verstappen is also heavily involved in GT3 development, and the latest rumors of his team-up with Vettel for Le Mans therefore come as no surprise. While Vettel resembles the traditional F1 driver in his racing, Verstappen’s strong ambition has led him to compete in far more events despite being Red Bull’s leading man in F1.
Given Verstappen has previously tested a Ferrari 296 GT3 in private sessions, there’s reason to believe they could team up with the Italian powerhouse if they were to compete at Le Mans. Alternatively, their deep ties to Red Bull could result in a partnership entry for the 24-hour race.
Fans would love to see the crossover, keeping a close eye on the announcement board.
