Mercedes faces challenges as McLaren shows strong form in F1
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Alex Brundle has indicated that Mercedes may encounter significant issues if McLaren maintains the form displayed at the Dutch Grand Prix. Lando Norris secured his second consecutive win of the 2026 Formula 1 season at Zandvoort, benefitting from recent car upgrades. He overcame challenges throughout the race to finish ahead of Mercedes drivers Kimi Antonelli and George Russell. As the F1 season continues, the impact of McLaren's performance will be closely monitored, especially as they approach the Monza race.
- •Lando Norris won his second consecutive race at the Dutch Grand Prix.
- •Mercedes drivers Kimi Antonelli and George Russell finished behind Norris.
- •McLaren's upgrades contributed to their strong performance.
- •Brundle warns of potential challenges for Mercedes moving forward.
- •The next race will occur at Monza, increasing competitive pressure.
- 5:00 PMMotorsport.com — Mercedes 'have got a problem' if McLaren form continues, says Alex Brundle
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Mercedes 'have got a problem' if McLaren form continues, says Alex Brundle
"Alex Brundle has warned that Mercedes could have a major "problem on their hands" if McLaren carries its race-winning Dutch Grand Prix form into Monza and beyond. Lando Norris secured his second consecutive victory of the 2026 Formula 1 season at Zandvoort. Armed with recent car upgrades, the McLaren driver overcame a chaotic race to beat the Mercedes drivers, Kimi Antonelli and George ...Keep reading
"Alex Brundle has warned Mercedes could face a serious threat from McLaren if Lando Norris carries his race-winning form into Monza and beyond
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External links- Motorsport.comAug 27, 2026, 5:00 PMMercedes 'have got a problem' if McLaren form continues, says Alex Brundle
Alex Brundle has warned that Mercedes could have a major "problem on their hands" if McLaren carries its race-winning Dutch Grand Prix form into Monza and beyond. Lando Norris secured his second consecutive victory of the 2026 Formula 1 season at Zandvoort. Armed with recent car upgrades, the McLaren driver overcame a chaotic race to beat the Mercedes drivers, Kimi Antonelli and George ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 5:00 PMMercedes 'have got a problem' if McLaren form continues, says Alex Brundle
Alex Brundle has warned Mercedes could face a serious threat from McLaren if Lando Norris carries his race-winning form into Monza and beyond
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