Gianpiero Lambiase is due to join the McLaren F1 team in the near future and close the curtain on a high successful period with Red Bull.
Laurent Mekies reiterated his belief that Gianpiero Lambiase will eventually become the team principal at McLaren, despite the official announcement stating he will be the chief racing officer.
McLaren confirmed Lambiase will join in 2028 after leaving Red Bull, sparking speculation about his role within the team.
Mekies’ remarks led to McLaren CEO Zak Brown jokingly questioning his knowledge, but Mekies stood by his claim during media interviews.
Although Andrea Stella, the current McLaren team principal, has been linked with a move to Ferrari, he has denied these rumors.
Mekies explained that his belief in Lambiase’s future role at McLaren is based on their conversations, but he admitted not being privy to the exact leadership structure details.
