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McLaren advised to shift focus to 2027 amid 2026 development struggles

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

McLaren advised to shift focus to 2027 amid 2026 development struggles

Summary

Karun Chandhok, a former Formula 1 driver, stated that McLaren has fallen short in the 2026 development race and should now concentrate on the 2027 season. He shared this assessment during an appearance on the Sky Sports F1 Show. McLaren entered the current campaign as reigning constructors' champions but has struggled to maintain its competitive edge. The team previously dominated the competition, winning back-to-back titles, raising questions about their current strategy and future direction.

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Key Details

•Karun Chandhok urges McLaren to prioritize 2027 development.
•The team struggled to keep pace in the 2026 season.
•McLaren was the reigning constructors' champion before this season.
•Chandhok's views were shared on Sky Sports F1 Show.

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12:30 PMMotorsport.com — McLaren told to shift focus to 2027 after falling behind in 2026 F1 development race

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Former Formula 1 driver Karun Chandhok believes McLaren has failed to keep pace in the 2026 development race, arguing that the reigning constructors' champion must now shift its focus to 2027. Chandhok analysed McLaren's current position during an appearance on the Sky Sports F1 Show. McLaren entered the new regulatory era as back-to-back constructors' world champions, with Lando Norris as the ...Keep reading
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