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Arrow McLaren has continued its driver hiring and firing spree by adding ex-Alpine F1 junior and IndyCar race winner Christian Lundgaard to its line-up in place of Alexander Rossi for 2025
Arrow McLaren has made a significant driver change for the 2025 season, replacing Alexander Rossi with Christian Lundgaard.
Lundgaard, a former Alpine Formula 1 junior and IndyCar race winner, joins McLaren after a successful stint with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing.
Despite Rossi’s solid performances, McLaren opted for Lundgaard as their new driver based on his potential and past achievements in the series.
The decision marks the end of a complex driver situation for McLaren, which saw multiple substitutions and changes throughout the 2024 season.
Rossi, a seven-time race winner and 2016 Indianapolis 500 champion, will be seeking new opportunities in the IndyCar paddock.
McLaren CEO Zak Brown’s enthusiasm for Lundgaard played a significant role in the team’s decision-making process.
It remains to be seen how Rossi’s departure will impact his future in IndyCar, and whether Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing could be a potential destination for the talented driver.
