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McLaren implements Baku upgrades despite mixed results at the Grand Prix

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 4:05 AM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

McLaren implements Baku upgrades despite mixed results at the Grand Prix

Summary

McLaren introduced a significant upgrade package at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, which faced early challenges due to floor issues. The team’s drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, struggled to keep pace, with Norris's race ending prematurely after a crash. Despite these difficulties, technical director Rob Marshall noted that the internal assessments of the upgrades showed promise, indicating a successful correlation between wind tunnel data and track performance. McLaren aims to further refine these upgrades in preparation for the upcoming triple-header of races, which is crucial for their future competitiveness.

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By the Numbers

•McLaren introduced upgrades but faced issues with the MCL40's floor.
•Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri performed poorly at the Baku Grand Prix.
•Norris's race ended early due to a crash on the first lap.
•Internal assessments indicate the upgrades are on track for improvement.
•McLaren aims to fine-tune the upgrades for upcoming races.

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4:05 AMYahoo Sports — McLaren Approves Its Baku Upgrade Despite the Poor Result

What they're saying

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The British team introduced a significant package in Azerbaijan that required repairs after the first day, although the circuit did not favor the MCL40 the internal data confirms that the improvements worked as planned.
— Yahoo Sports

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