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Brown signs new deal to remain as McLaren F1 CEO until 2030
Zak Brown, the American executive, joined McLaren in 2016 and later became its CEO in 2018. Under his leadership, McLaren expanded its racing activities, including IndyCar, Formula E, and Extreme E programs. Brown expressed his excitement about leading McLaren Racing, aiming for the highest performance. Paul Walsh, McLaren Group’s executive chairman, praised Brown’s leadership and extended confidence in his ability to lead the team successfully. Despite McLaren’s financial struggles during the pandemic, Brown guided the team through challenges, resulting in significant improvements. With key personnel changes and strategic decisions, McLaren has shown promising progress in Formula 1 since Brown’s tenure as CEO.
