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Taylor Barnard will continue to race for NEOM McLaren at next week’s Berlin E-Prix doubleheader, with Sam Bird still ruled out by injury. Bird crashed at Sainte Devote in the opening practice…
Taylor Barnard will continue to race for NEOM McLaren at next week’s Berlin E-Prix doubleheader as Sam Bird remains sidelined due to injury. Bird suffered a broken bone in his left hand following a crash at Sainte Devote during the Monaco E-Prix weekend and has successfully undergone surgery in the UK for his recovery. McLaren expressed optimism about Sam’s healing process and anticipates his prompt return to racing. Barnard substituted for Bird in Monaco, finishing 14th from the back of the grid, and received praise from McLaren team principal Ian James for his performance. With Barnard now ineligible for the rookie test post-Berlin E-Prix, McLaren eagerly awaits Sam Bird’s comeback to the driver’s seat.
