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Sam Bird has admitted that moving to the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team for season 10 was “a no-brainer”, following
Charlie Bird’s move from Jaguar to McLaren is a smart one, as his extensive Formula E experience will be beneficial to the team. Unfortunately, Bird’s time at Jaguar didn’t go as expected, with inconsistent performances and bad luck impacting his results. He was consistently out-performed by his teammate Mitch Evans, who had more success. However, Bird is still considered one of the quickest drivers on the grid and can make progress during races. McLaren, in their second season in Formula E, will benefit from Bird’s knowledge and expertise. While McLaren may not currently have a package to compete at the front, Bird’s contribution can help develop the team and improve their performance. Bird’s acceptance of McLaren’s offer was an easy decision for him, as he has always wanted to drive for the historic team and has a good relationship with McLaren CEO Zak Brown. With the right support, Bird believes he can aim for podium finishes and ultimately wins with McLaren.
