This weekend, Max Verstappen will team up with two promising drivers, Chris Lulham and Ben Barnicoat, to compete in the GT World Challenge Europe at the spectacular Portimao circuit. The trio will share a Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO in an event that promises excitement and high-level competition.
Chris Lulham is a well-known name among Verstappen’s followers, having regularly driven for Verstappen Racing. Coming from the world of sim racing, he has made the leap to real tracks with the support of the four-time champion. His previous experience with the team gives him a considerable advantage, as he is well-acquainted with the group’s operation and competition strategy.
On his part, Ben Barnicoat has achieved an impressive resume as a driver. Born in Chesterfield, he is an official Lexus driver and currently competes in IMSA events with the Lexus RC F GT3. After being part of the McLaren driver program for four years, he joined Lexus in 2022, where he immediately set the pace by winning the Asian Le Mans Series GT title and the Petit Le Mans race in his first season with the team.
The competition this weekend will kick off with qualifying on Friday at 17:55 local time. Each driver will complete a lap in separate sessions, and the starting grid will be determined by the average of the recorded times. The race will start on Saturday, October 17, at 17:00.
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