McLaren details latest MCL40 updates for Dutch GP
McLaren will upgrade its 2026 F1 car at the Dutch GP to boost competitiveness.
- McLaren is focusing on further development of its 2026 F1 car.
- Upgrades are planned for the Dutch Grand Prix.
The team will arrive at Zandvoort with a new rear wing and revised rear brake ducts, completing the development package
Has it been working?
McLaren have scored 61 points across the last 3 rounds, up from 53 in the 3 before.
Their car ranks 4th of 11 on qualifying pace, 0.248s off the pace leader in recent qualifying.
Best finish in that run: 1st.
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3 independent outlets are carrying this: Speedcafe, PlanetF1, Crash.net.
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| 1st | Mid-tier | 9 hrs ago | First | |
| 2nd | Lower-tier | 1 hr ago | +8h 10m | |
| 3rd | Top-tier | 1 hr ago | +8h 29m |
