Karun Chandhok predicts McLaren resurgence at Barcelona following updates
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 11:29 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Former Formula 1 driver Karun Chandhok expects McLaren to challenge Mercedes for pole position at the upcoming race in Barcelona. Chandhok cites the team's recent modifications to their front wing as pivotal in regaining competitiveness after a strong performance at the Miami Grand Prix in May. However, McLaren struggled against Mercedes in the following races in Canada and another location. The Barcelona event is critical as McLaren looks to reclaim its place among the frontrunners in the championship.
- •Karun Chandhok supports McLaren's potential for improvement.
- •McLaren has updated its front wing for better performance.
- •The Barcelona race is set after a disappointing stretch for McLaren.
- •McLaren previously challenged Mercedes at the Miami Grand Prix.
- 11:29 AMMotorsport.com — Karun Chandhok backs McLaren to return to Miami form and challenge Mercedes in Barcelona
- 11:29 AMYahoo Sports — Karun Chandhok backs McLaren to return to Miami form and challenge Mercedes in Barcelona
"Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports pundit Karun Chandhok believes McLaren's recent front wing modifications will allow it to resume its battle with Mercedes for pole position in Barcelona. While McLaren proved to be Mercedes' closest challenger at the Miami Grand Prix in May, the Woking outfit was unable to threaten the current championship leader at the following two races in Canada and ...Keep reading
"Karun Chandhok believes McLaren’s front wing changes could help it return to the fight with Mercedes for pole position in Barcelona
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External links- Motorsport.comJun 13, 2026, 11:29 AMKarun Chandhok backs McLaren to return to Miami form and challenge Mercedes in Barcelona
Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports pundit Karun Chandhok believes McLaren's recent front wing modifications will allow it to resume its battle with Mercedes for pole position in Barcelona. While McLaren proved to be Mercedes' closest challenger at the Miami Grand Prix in May, the Woking outfit was unable to threaten the current championship leader at the following two races in Canada and ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 11:29 AMKarun Chandhok backs McLaren to return to Miami form and challenge Mercedes in Barcelona
Karun Chandhok believes McLaren’s front wing changes could help it return to the fight with Mercedes for pole position in Barcelona
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