McLaren introduces upgrades ahead of Belgian and Hungarian Grands Prix
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 12:10 PM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026

McLaren has announced it will roll out a significant upgrade package during the upcoming double-header in Belgium and Hungary. This includes a new rear wing to be tested at Spa and a new engine unit to improve reliability. The team aims to enhance its performance after a disappointing season, having fallen 154 points behind leaders Mercedes. Following the Belgian Grand Prix, a more extensive set of updates is planned for the Hungarian event. The team’s technical director cautioned that major performance changes are not expected immediately.
- •McLaren confirms upgrades ahead of races in Belgium and Hungary.
- •New rear wing will debut at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps.
- •Team's new engine unit aims to improve reliability.
- •McLaren falls 154 points behind Mercedes after nine races.
- •Further upgrades planned for the Hungarian Grand Prix next week.
"McLaren have confirmed they will bring a "significant upgrade package" across the upcoming double-header of races in Belgium and Hungary before Formula 1's break.
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