McLaren issues F1 2026 upgrade update after Azerbaijan GP boost

McLaren's performance at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix showed promise with new aerodynamic upgrades, although the team ultimately did not score any points. Oscar Piastri briefly held second place but lost his position due to a late lock-up, while Lando Norris was caught in a collision involving Alpine drivers, which damaged some of the new parts.

Team principal Andrea Stella confirmed that despite the setbacks, the upgrades were validated by data collected during the race. He indicated that more upgrades would be introduced to the MCL40, although the team's primary focus is shifting towards the development of their 2027 car. Stella expressed optimism about the benefits of the upgrades in future races.