Van Langendonck clinches British F4 title

Dries Van Langendonck has secured the 2026 British Formula 4 championship at Brands Hatch, achieving this milestone with two races still left in the season. The 16-year-old McLaren development driver finished second in the opening race of the weekend, bringing his total to eight victories and four additional podium finishes throughout the season.

This championship win adds to Van Langendonck's impressive rise from karting and earns him 12 Super Licence points, which are beneficial for his aspirations in Formula 1. While the title does not confirm his racing plans for 2027, it provides McLaren with a clear direction for his future development.