Verstappen wins Max vs 100 kart race at Silverstone

Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen won the Red Bull-organized 'Max vs 100' karting event at Silverstone on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, starting from the back of a 101-kart grid and overtaking all 100 amateur drivers in 14 laps. The event, described as the largest go-kart race ever staged, saw Verstappen complete the challenge in approximately 35 minutes on a purpose-built circuit combining Silverstone's karting venue with sections inspired by the Grand Prix track. Under the rules, a pass was final, eliminating the overtaken driver immediately. The field consisted of identical karts driven by content creators, athletes, journalists, and fans. Verstappen's charge began with immediate chaos. He overtook more than 60 drivers on the first lap alone, with significant collisions and spins occurring throughout the field. "I have no idea what's going on. It's carnage," Verstappen said over the radio early in the event. By the end of the opening lap, he had climbed to 37th position. The Dutchman's rapid ascent continued, reaching 75 rivals passed by lap four and the top four by lap seven.