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Alex Dunne has explained why he chose to quit the McLaren Driver Development programme, the F2 star describing it as the “right decision”.
Formula 2 star Alex Dunne made the decision to leave the McLaren Driver Development program, citing it as the right move. He achieved fifth place in the F2 standings with Rodin Motorsport and secured two race wins. Dunne also had the opportunity to drive the title-winning MCL39 in Formula 1 FP1 sessions in Austria and Italy. Despite rumors of a possible switch to Red Bull, the alleged decision by Helmut Marko did not materialize. Dunne remains focused on his goal of reaching Formula 1 and will continue with Rodin Motorsport in the 2026 F2 season. Talks between Dunne and Alpine have been reported, while his F2 competitors Fornaroli and Verschoor have joined the McLaren program.
