McLaren struggles with reliability after Monaco DNF
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 8:48 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
McLaren failed to have either of their cars finish the Monaco Grand Prix, marking the team's second major DNF this season. Issues with electrical problems have plagued the team, having experienced a pre-race double DNF in China earlier. Team principal Andrea Stella highlighted the disadvantages faced as a customer team using Mercedes engines, noting the ongoing reliability issues in the wake of recent technical regulations. Mercedes has acknowledged its engine reliability concerns and will need to address these to maintain its position as a leading power unit supplier.
- •McLaren had a DNF at the Monaco Grand Prix on June 9, 2026.
- •This season marks a troubling pattern with two major DNFs.
- •Electrical and reliability issues have been significant for the team.
- •Team principal Andrea Stella stressed the challenges of being a customer team.
- •Mercedes has acknowledged its need to improve engine reliability.
- 8:48 PMYahoo Sports — McLaren’s Customer Team Disadvantage Clear After Monaco DNF
"McLaren is having serious issues with their Mercedes-powered car in terms of reliability and finishing race so early on in the regulations.
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