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The NEOM McLaren squad announced Tuesday the signing of Taylor Barnard to partner Sam Bird for Season 11 of the FIA Formula E World Championship. Barnard, a McLaren Development Driver who currently lies 20th in the FIA Formula 2 standings, has balanced his rookie campaign wit AIX Racing alongside Reserve Driver duties for the NEOM […]
Taylor Barnard, a McLaren Development Driver currently ranked 20th in the FIA Formula 2 standings, has juggled his rookie campaign with AIX Racing and Reserve Driver duties for NEOM FE arm. Aged 19, he replaced an injured driver at Monaco and Berlin E-Prix, becoming the youngest points scorer in Formula E history. NEOM McLaren FE Team Principal Ian James praised Barnard’s dedication and talent, offering him a full-season opportunity for Season 11 alongside Sam Bird, who secured the team’s first victory in Sao Paulo. Barnard expressed excitement to race with McLaren, learn from the experienced Sam Bird, and aims to contribute to the team’s success by scoring points and winning trophies. Sam Bird, looking forward to his second year with the team, is confident in achieving greater success together in Season 11, after forming a close bond with the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team.
