Brown expects McLaren to win again ‘sooner rather than later’

McLaren has faced a difficult start to their 2026 title defense, following disappointing results in Australia and China due to technical issues. CEO Zak Brown remains confident in the team's personnel and culture, promising that victories will return soon. Despite sitting third in the Constructors' standings with only 18 points, the team is focused on overcoming these early setbacks. Team Principal Andrea Stella acknowledged the frustration of losing championship points but emphasized the lessons learned during these opening rounds. He noted that while Mercedes currently holds a significant lead, McLaren is making rapid progress in optimizing their power unit performance and remains committed to fighting for high-level results as the season continues.