Max Verstappen could race WEC hypercars "in a few years", says BMW's Robin Frijns

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Max Verstappen could race WEC hypercars "in a few years", says BMW's Robin Frijns

Max Verstappen could race WEC hypercars "in a few years", says BMW's Robin Frijns

Frijns expects Verstappen to make the move to the World Endurance Championship in the future and suspects that he will opt for the top class: Hypercar

Max Verstappen could race WEC hypercars "in a few years", says BMW's Robin Frijns

Frijns expects Verstappen to make the move to the World Endurance Championship in the future and suspects that he will opt for the top class: Hypercar

Max Verstappen's future in motorsport is a hot topic, and a fellow Dutch racing star has added some serious fuel to the speculation. BMW factory driver Robin Frijns believes the four-time Formula 1 world champion could make a high-profile switch to the World Endurance Championship (WEC) in the coming years, likely targeting the top-tier Hypercar class.

Frijns, fresh off a victory at the Nürburgring-Nordschleife, shared his thoughts as he prepares to face Verstappen at the legendary 24-hour race this May. He sees Verstappen's growing commitment to GT3 and endurance racing as a natural move. "In his position, I would do the same," Frijns stated, hinting that the current F1 landscape might not be providing the pure driving thrill Verstappen seeks.

The respect between competitors is clear. Frijns didn't hesitate to label Verstappen's Winward-run Mercedes-AMG GT3 effort as a serious contender for overall victory at the Nürburgring. "If he does something, he does it properly... he’ll definitely be going for the win - 100%," Frijns emphasized, acknowledging the champion's relentless drive and competitive package.

This potential pivot from the sprint format of F1 to the grueling, team-oriented world of endurance racing highlights a fascinating trend. Drivers are increasingly seeking diverse challenges, and Verstappen's forays into GT3—including building his own team—show a racer pursuing passion beyond the grand prix calendar. His presence is already boosting the profile of endurance racing, making the prospect of him joining the Hypercar battles at Le Mans and in the WEC an electrifying possibility for sports fans everywhere.

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