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Why Is the Saudi Arabian GP Happening on Saturday and Not Sunday?

Here's everything you need to know about the Saturday race structure for the 2024 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at Jeddah.

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Charles Leclerc Hits Out at “Mario Kart” Jeddah Corniche Circuit as Trash Bag Issue Reaches Tipping Point

Charles Leclerc reminded of Mario Kart during the Free Practice session in Saudi Arabia as he navigates his way through unexpected obstacles

Azerbaijan Grand Prix

Christian Horner Reportedly Eyeing Oscar Piastri & Alex Albon if Max Verstappen Leaves for Mercedes

With the F1 merry-go-round taking another twist with rumors of Verstappen to Mercedes, Christian Horner already has a contingency in mind.

Christian Horner & Alex Albon

VCARB Being “Very Careful” with Daniel Ricciardo to Avoid Repeat of McLaren Downfall

New boss Laurent Mekies reveals the precautions VCARB is taking to not repeat Daniel Ricciardo's unfortunate scenario at McLaren.

Bahrain Grand Prix

Ferrari’s “Tailor-Made” Car for Charles Leclerc Might Hamper Lewis Hamilton’s 8th Title Journey, Says Häkkinen

Former McLaren world champion Mika Hakkinen opens up on why he thinks Lewis Hamilton won't be winning his 8th title with Ferrari.

Bahrain Grand Prix

RB Boss Opposes Zak Brown’s Constant Red Bull Complaints With “1000%” Guarantee of Fairplay

Zak Brown's opposition to Red Bull's ownership of two teams has been replied to by the newly appointed TP of V-CARB

Zak Brown (USA, McLaren F1 Team), F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on September 17, 2023 in Singa

Saudi Arabian GP: Who Is the Sponsor of the Race in Jeddah?

Meet the sponsor that made the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix possible at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit and has kept it running for the last 3 years.

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton Had “Nearly Signed With Ferrari” Pre-2013 before Niki Lauda Convinced Him to Join Mercedes

Ex-Ferrari and Mercedes employee reveals how Lewis Hamilton was on the brink of joining Ferrari before Niki Lauda poached him.

Bilder des Tages SPORT Shanghai International Circuit Shanghai China Sunday 9 April 2017 Niki

Max Verstappen Moving to Mercedes, to Charles Leclerc Revealing Inferiority to Carlos Sainz: 5 Winners and Losers of the 2024 Bahrain GP

From Max Verstappen's victory to Logan Sargeant's tragic loss, here is a breakdown of the top and bottom 5 positions at the Bahrain GP.

Bahrain Grand Prix

Lando Norris Thanks Toto Wolff & Co.’s Failed Strategy for Helping McLaren Thump George Russell

Lando Norris attributes Toto Wolff's strategy for his 6th place finish ahead of Lewis Hamilton, who finds himself sandwiched by orange.

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Christian Horner Focuses on “Work and Family” as Tension Around Red Bull Investigation Rises

Christian Horner doubles down on his denial of the allegations after new developments as he remains focused on work and family.

F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain – Practice

Max Verstappen Stands by “Incredible” Christian Horner despite Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s Opposing Stance on Investigation

Max Verstappen stands up for the boss to counter the doubts about Christian Horner's integrity despite being acquitted of any wrongdoing.

F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi

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McLaren: 2021 Latest News, Results, Drivers and Car updates

The Woking-based outfit is the second oldest F1 team, after Ferrari. Like their Italian rivals, they too are drenched with glory. They first raced in Formula One in 1966, 16 years after Ferrari made their debut.

The British team has produced seven World Champions during their tenure in Formula One. Like Ferrari, three of those champions have won multiple times. They are Alain Prost, Ayrton Senna, and Mika Hakkinen. Other champions are Emerson Fittipaldi, Niki Lauda, James Hunt, and Lewis Hamilton.

Their current drivers for 2020 are Carlos Sainz Jr and Lando Norris.

For the 2021 season, Daniel Ricciardo and Lando Norris will drive the McLaren.

On-track Achievements

In the team?s debut year, team founder and driver, Bruce McLaren scored points in the team?s third race and the championship?s fourth race. He ended up sixth in the team?s home race at Brands Hatch. Moreover, he bagged the team?s maiden win, two years later at the Belgian Grand Prix.

The first Constructors' Championship was claimed by Brazilian driver Emerson Fittipaldi, Denny Hulme, Mike Hailwood, David Hobbs, and Jochen Mass in 1974. This was followed by Niki Lauda and Alain Prost winning in 1984 and 1985. In 1988 and 1989, it was the partnership of Prost and Ayrton Senna that brought the Constructors' Championship home.

Then, Senna and Gerhard Berger took the Constructors' title in 1990 and 1991. In 1998, it was David Coulthard and Mika Hakkinen?s turn to win, clinching what became McLaren's last constructor?s title.

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The Woking-based outfit has entered 884 races over the course of more than five decades in F1. The team has picked up eight Constructors' Championship sand 12 Drivers' Championships, with its last Championship triumph in 2008, thanks to Lewis Hamilton.

McLaren has won 182 races and scored 488 podiums, resulting in an enormous tally of 5555.5 points. The team is currently having one of its best seasons in F1 in the turbo-hybrid era, having picked up two podiums already.

When did McLaren enter F1?

The McLaren F1 team made its Formula 1 debut at the 1966 Monaco Grand Prix and was officially founded on 2nd September 1966.

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McLaren?s Sponsors

The McLaren F1 team?s current sponsors include A Better Tomorrow, Splunk, Dell, DarkTrace, Huski Chocolate, Hilton, and Coca Cola to name a few.

Charities

The Woking marquee has come out in support of BBC?s Children in Need charity. Other causes that they support are the Starlight Children?s Foundation, White Lodge Centre, and Woking & Sam Beare Hospices.

Founded1963
OwnerBruce McLaren
Number of Titles8
Prize Money Won100 ?million (2019)
BaseWoking
Official websitehttps://www.mclaren.com/racing/
DriversDaniel Ricciardo, Lando Norris
Test DriversOliver Turvey, Will Stevens
EngineMercedes
TiresPirelli