Mercedes praises Verstappen’s final stint: 'Without that small incident would have been way more possible'

Stefan Wendl, Head of Mercedes-AMG Customer Racing, expressed immense pride in Mercedes-AMG Motorsport's season, which concluded with three titles and victory in the final race. Max Verstappen's involvement was a significant highlight for the team. Mercedes can now return three titles to its home base, encompassing the overall drivers' championship in the Endurance Cup, the overall teams' championship in the Endurance Cup, and the overall drivers' titles in both the Sprint Cup and the Endurance Cup.

Additionally, the #17 GetSpeed Mercedes-AMG GT3 secured a win in Portugal, marking a long-awaited victory for drivers Fabian Schiller, Ralf Aron, and Maxi Götz. Wendl posited that without a minor penalty, Verstappen could have achieved even more. He expressed joy over Verstappen's participation and the team's performance. Stand-in driver Ben Barnicoat demonstrated commendable skills, proving his worth in the Mercedes-AMG GT3 championship.

The final race was a triumphant conclusion to a fantastic season that began with Daytona victories and culminated in Portimão, marking a significant achievement for GetSpeed as a performance team. The victory was particularly special for the drivers, with Fabian Schiller's first win and Ralf Aron's maiden triumph, while Maxi Götz celebrated his first win in thirteen years.

Wendl was proud of the comeback from Maxi, who led the team alongside the younger drivers, and expressed confidence in their motivation for future success.