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McLaren has bolstered its driver academy, adding FIA F3 pair Alex Dunne and Martinius Stenshorne to its ranks.
McLaren expanded its driver development program by adding FIA F3 racers Alex Dunne and Martinius Stenshorne, alongside F2’s Gabriel Bortoleto who is already part of the team. This expansion followed the inclusion of F2 champion Theo Pourchaire in their IndyCar team, although he remains tied to Sauber. Dunne, 18, races for MP Motorsport in FIA F3, having excelled in British F4 and GB3, while Stenshorne, also 18, secured his first victory in Formula Regional before moving to Hitech-Pulse Eight in FIA F3. Stephanie Carlin, the director of F1 business operations, welcomed the newcomers and expressed excitement for their development within McLaren’s talent pipeline. Both Dunne and Stenshorne conveyed their gratitude and enthusiasm for the opportunity to grow and learn within the esteemed McLaren family.
