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Pato O’Ward will make his latest Formula 1 appearance for McLaren at his home race when he takes part in FP1 at the Mexico City Grand Prix. The 25-year-old is one of McLaren’s reserve drivers along…
Pato O’Ward will participate in FP1 for McLaren during the Mexico City Grand Prix, giving him another opportunity in Formula 1. Alongside his regular IndyCar commitments, O’Ward has been acting as a reserve driver for McLaren and has participated in FP1 sessions previously in Abu Dhabi. This time, O’Ward will get to drive in his home race in Mexico City on October 25, following the conclusion of the IndyCar season in Nashville. Excited about this chance, O’Ward expressed gratitude for the opportunity and is eager to help McLaren as much as he can, given their strong performance this year. Currently sixth in the IndyCar standings, O’Ward will join Ryo Hirakawa as a reserve driver for McLaren, having earned his FIA Super License last year.