McLaren's Path to Victory

Since its founding in 1963, McLaren has become a dominant force in Formula 1, known for its exceptional technology and innovative spirit. The team's most glorious moments came in the 1980s and 1990s, particularly with the arrival of Ayrton Senna, who helped McLaren secure both the Drivers' and Constructors' Championships in 1988 and 1990, marking the beginning of the team's golden era.

Although McLaren faced challenges and the rise of competitors in the following years, the team has consistently maintained strong technical capabilities, and after making adjustments, secured another Constructors' Championship in 1998. While the team has not dominated in the 21st century, it continues to captivate fans with its innovation and stable performance.

This was the year Norris finally achieved that long-awaited maiden F1 win at the Miami Grand Prix – those jubilant scenes still etched into the memories of everyone associated with McLaren.

With those Sochi 2021 memories permanently banished, Norris seized the initiative and went on to score more victories in Zandvoort and Singapore, while his superb triumph in the season finale secured McLaren their constructors'title.

It is undoubtedly a year the Briton can look back on with pride, having gone toe to toe with Verstappen in the drivers’ championship for much of the season, but there will still be a hint of missed opportunities – events in Silverstone, Austria and Monza are just a few examples that spring to mind.

Let’s also not forget Oscar Piastri in all of this either. In just his second F1 season, the Australian secured his first two Grand Prix wins – his triumph in Baku was particularly skilful thanks to his stunning overtake and defence against Charles Leclerc – while his consistency played a significant part in seeing the Woking outfit take the constructors’.

With the rise of new drivers like Lando Norris, McLaren is gradually regaining strength and is poised to return to the top in the future. Each challenge and breakthrough by McLaren continues to write their Formula 1 legacy.