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Alex Dunne reveals the REAL reason he left McLaren
20-year-old former McLaren driver Alex Dunne recently disclosed his decision to leave the team in pursuit of an F1 driver career. Despite attaining two wins and eight podiums in his inaugural F2 season in 2025, Dunne’s departure from McLaren hinted at a potential move to Red Bull, which did not come to fruition. Currently unattached to any F1 team, Dunne unveiled his aspiration to secure a permanent spot in F1. With McLaren boasting the talented duo of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, Dunne’s quest for an F1 seat may face challenges, although his impressive racing resume includes victories in F2, a British F4 Championship title, and stints in various racing series. While much of his success can be attributed to his ties with the McLaren young driver academy, Dunne remains optimistic about his future prospects in F1. Amidst speculation about his next move, Dunne’s ultimate goal remains steadfast: earning a full-time F1 seat.
