Verstappen faces competition: Teammate Hadjar also wants his own racing team

Verstappen has made no secret for years of wanting to race in the major endurance events. The 24 Hours of Nurburgring is his first goal; ultimately, the four-time Formula 1 world champion also wants to compete in the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans.

For a French driver, taking part in this race is often a big dream. Verstappen’s new teammate also has the event on his bucket list. Hadjar told GPblog that he even wants to compete with his own team, similarly to Verstappen.

“I'd like to do it, but without any pressure. Just bring my mates and have my own team would be great. I think that would be the real fun,” Hadjar said.

Verstappen will surely want to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans if he competes. However, Hadjar doesn’t have that goal.

He continued: “When I say my mates, like my people that don't even know how to drive. I wouldn't be competitive at all, like just have a laugh."

Hadjar doesn’t yet have a moment picked out to compete in the world’s most important endurance race. He will undoubtedly want to focus first on Formula 1, where he is only heading into his second season.

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