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New McLaren signing reveals moment with Zak Brown that changed everything
In 2025, McLaren secured both the constructors’ and the drivers’ championships for the first time since 1998. The duo of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri proved to be a reliable pairing, ensuring stability in McLaren’s lineup for the near future. The team also focused on bolstering their junior ranks, signing promising talents like Ella Stevens, Ella Hakkinen, Christian Costoya, Leonardo Fornaroli, and Richard Verschoor. Despite Verschoor’s achievements in F2, he didn’t secure a seat for 2026 and is set to race in the ELMS, but McLaren’s backing keeps his F1 dream alive. Verschoor’s bold move of approaching Zak Brown directly sparked his partnership with McLaren, serving as an inspiration for aspiring racers to pursue their dreams in the competitive motorsport world.
