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McLaren's Andrea Stella praises Leonardo Fornaroli's maturity as F1 seat looms

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 10:01 AM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

McLaren's Andrea Stella praises Leonardo Fornaroli's maturity as F1 seat looms

Summary

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has expressed admiration for reserve driver Leonardo Fornaroli, citing his great maturity in preparation for Formula 1. Fornaroli, who joined McLaren after winning the Formula 2 championship, has participated in multiple Free Practice 1 sessions this season. His management is currently negotiating for a seat at Haas F1, potentially as a replacement for Esteban Ocon, with McLaren supportive of the move. Stella believes Fornaroli's development program is on track and anticipates further opportunities for growth in F1.

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By the Numbers

•Fornaroli has driven in multiple FP1 sessions this season.
•Stella describes Fornaroli as meticulous and diligent.
•Fornaroli's management is pursuing a Haas seat for next season.
•McLaren is supportive of loaning Fornaroli to another team.
•Stella believes Fornaroli is an asset for F1's future.

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10:01 AMYahoo Sports — McLaren praises talent eyeing F1 seat: 'Showed great maturity'

What they're saying

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McLaren team principal Andrea Stella continues to be impressed by reserve and development driver Leonardo Fornaroli. The young Italian's management is also working on securing a seat for him in Formula 1 next year.
— Yahoo Sports

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