Lucas Auer reflects on “frustrating” end to Max Verstappen Mercedes’ Nurburgring bid
Lucas Auer expressed frustration over the late driveshaft failure that ended the #3 Mercedes Team Verstappen Racing's Nurburgring 24 Hours bid while leading the race. Despite the setback, he praised the team's performance and described the experience as positive overall. Auer noted the incident must be investigated but emphasized the race had been clean and competitive up to that point.
- ▪The #3 Mercedes Team Verstappen Racing car suffered a driveshaft failure with about three hours remaining in the Nurburgring 24 Hours.
- ▪Lucas Auer described the outcome as frustrating but remained proud of the team's effort and performance.
- ▪Max Verstappen, Daniel Juncadella, Jules Gounon, and Lucas Auer shared driving duties in the Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO.
- ▪Auer stated the failure needs investigation but ruled out aggressive driving as a likely cause.
- ▪The team has not yet decided whether to return with the same lineup next year.
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