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via Motorsport.comMika Hakkinen reveals why McLaren rivalry with David Coulthard never boiled overTwo-time Formula 1 champion Mika Hakkinen has opened up about working alongside David Coulthard at McLaren, explaining that a shared belief in the Woking outfit's future success prevented on-track collisions from affecting their working relationship. Coulthard and Hakkinen reflected on their long stint as McLaren team-mates, which resulted in two drivers' titles for the Finnish driver and a ... Keep reading
via Motorsport WeekMcLaren reveals how it transformed its ‘challenging’ F1 seasonMcLaren has revealed how it turned around its uncompetitive start to the 2026 F1 season to take victory at the Hungarian GP.
via RacingNews365McLaren Reflects on Progress and Challenges in Current SeasonMcLaren's team principal Andrea Stella discussed the team's journey this season, noting the challenges in finding a balance between last year's performance and current expectations. He highlighted the significant progress made, while also acknowledging the complexities faced by the team.
via PlanetF1McLaren chief reveals key upgrade change and debates title chancesAndrea Stella has spoken on how the team can compete moving forward after its first race of the season.
via Motorsport.comCadillac F1 Team Announces Sudden Change in LeadershipCadillac has replaced Graeme Lowdon with Marcin Budkowski as team principal. The decision, described as not mutual, was made shortly before the Dutch Grand Prix.
via Motorsport.comF1 2026 Regulations Shift Focus on Driver Skills and StylesThe 2026 Formula 1 regulations have sparked discussions about the evolving role of driver talent. Teams like McLaren highlight how these changes require drivers to adapt their styles, particularly at circuits with challenging layouts.
via RacingNews365Lando Norris Aims for More Success After Hungary VictoryLando Norris secured his first win of the Formula 1 season at the Hungaroring, marking a significant turnaround for his campaign. Following this victory, he expressed confidence in McLaren's potential for future races.
via F1iHakkinen advises McLaren against pursuing Max Verstappen moveMika Hakkinen has cautioned McLaren against making a significant move for Max Verstappen, suggesting it may disrupt their current stability. The two-time world champion's potential transfer to McLaren has been a topic of speculation for the 2027 season.
via AutosportMcLaren Delays Introduction of Innovative Rear Wing ConceptMcLaren plans to implement its rotating rear wing design, known as the 'Macarena,' at a later date. Team principal Andrea Stella confirmed that the exact timing for its introduction remains unspecified.
via F1iBrundle Comments on Uncertain 2026 F1 Title Race After McLaren WinMartin Brundle has expressed that the 2026 Formula 1 championship remains uncertain following McLaren's recent victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix. The Sky Sports F1 pundit emphasized that the title fight is still very much alive as the season progresses.
via Motorsport.comMcLaren "ready to challenge" Mercedes after upgrade, says Sky F1 commentatorSky Sports Formula 1 lead commentator David Croft believes McLaren's recent upgrade package has positioned the team to mount a genuine challenge against championship leader Mercedes over the remainder of the 2026 season. McLaren arrived at the Hungarian Grand Prix seeking to close the gap to the Brackley outfit following a demanding opening half of the season. Lando Norris subsequently ... Keep reading
via Motorsport.comDebate Surrounds Carlos Sainz's Penalty After Hungarian GP IncidentThe incident between Carlos Sainz and Oscar Piastri during the Hungarian Grand Prix has sparked discussions about the appropriateness of Sainz's penalty. James Vowles, Williams team principal, acknowledged the circumstances surrounding the blue flag situation, while Guenther Steiner criticized the FIA for being too lenient.
via Motorsport.comLando Norris praised for "true world champion's" drive at F1 Hungarian GPFormer Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has lauded reigning champion Lando Norris following his commanding victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix, describing the McLaren driver's race as a "true world champion performance". During a recent episode of the Up To Speed podcast alongside co-host Jolie Sharpe, Coulthard reflected on the state of the 2026 championship as it heads into its mandatory ... Keep reading
via Motorsport.comRachel Brookes predicts major F1 driver changes for 2027Former Sky Sports Formula 1 presenter Rachel Brookes has predicted a massive overhaul of the F1 grid, tipping four-time champion Max Verstappen to join Mercedes and McLaren's Oscar Piastri to replace him at Red Bull. F1 is now in its summer break, and with that comes a lot of talk about potential driver movements for the upcoming season. While there have been no official announcements of team ... Keep reading
via Motorsport.comMax Verstappen's Red Bull radio complaints prompt McLaren move question from David CroftFollowing a Hungarian Grand Prix filled with radio complaints, Sky Sports Formula 1 lead commentator David Croft has questioned whether Max Verstappen's camp is deliberately laying the groundwork for a Red Bull exit, potentially to join rival McLaren. While Mercedes hit the ground running with the new wave of regulations in 2026, winning nine of the first 11 races of the season, Red Bull has ... Keep reading
via Motorsport.comLando Norris reveals how fierce Oscar Piastri rivalry has driven his F1 developmentMcLaren's Lando Norris has admitted that team-mate Oscar Piastri has pushed him "too much for my liking", crediting their fierce intra-team rivalry as a key factor in his ongoing development as a Formula 1 driver. Speaking during an appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed earlier this month, the Briton reflected on his F1 career. Having debuted alongside Carlos Sainz at McLaren before ... Keep reading
via AutosportThe one aspect Stella thinks will decide the rest of F1 2026The 2026 Formula 1 season is shaping up how it was expected to be, with the development race deciding the pecking order as the campaign progresses. Although Mercedes started this regulation cycle in dominant form, winning the opening six grands prix from pole, it has ‘only’ won two of the last five with Ferrari and McLaren entering the fray. Ferrari, in particular, has made headlines thanks ... Keep reading
via Motorsport.com"A race of upgrades" - How development will decide the 2026 F1 titleThe 2026 Formula 1 season is shaping up how it was expected to be, with the development race deciding the pecking order as the campaign progresses. Although Mercedes started this regulation cycle in dominant form, winning the opening six grands prix from pole, it has ‘only’ won two of the last five with Ferrari and McLaren entering the fray. Ferrari, in particular, has made headlines thanks ... Keep reading
via CrashMcLaren's Hungary Win Impresses Mercedes Amid Performance ChallengesMcLaren achieved a notable victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix, showcasing significant improvements in their performance. Mercedes expressed admiration for Lando Norris' success while also focusing on enhancing their own reliability and competitiveness.