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McLaren reveals upgrade push to close gap to Red Bull

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McLaren is preparing a late-season development push to close the gap to Red Bull, but team principal Andrea Stella conceded fundamental car handling fixes cannot arrive until 2027. The team needs more significant changes to improve its F1 car's troubling characteristics.

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How the sources differ

F1i leads on the upgrade push, while Autosport and The Race focus on Stella's admission that fundamental changes are needed, with Autosport detailing the 2027 timeline and The Race highlighting the need for something more fundamental.

Recommended first read: Autosport provides the most complete picture, including Stella's concession and the 2027 timeline, with an image and no paywall.

Coverage

McLaren reveals upgrade push to close gap to Red Bull

F1i ·

Why McLaren cannot fix its F1 car handling until 2027

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