Paddock News

McLaren Unveils Mastercard Partnership for 2026 F1 Season

Exciting news from the world of Formula 1 as McLaren has announced that Mastercard will take on the role of official naming partner starting in 2026. The team will be rebranded as McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team, marking a significant commitment from the payment giant.

Our Take:

Integrating a well-known brand like Mastercard into the McLaren name not only enhances the team’s marketability but also reflects the growing intersection between sports and financial technology. This partnership could serve as a blueprint for future collaborations in F1, showcasing how brands can use motorsport as a platform for innovation and customer engagement.

Read the full article on the original site

Curated by F1Briefing.com

Source: Autosport

Insights into Hamilton's Struggles at the Hungaroring: Trackside Observations

As F1 continues to capture the excitement of fans, recent trackside observations at the Hungaroring have shed light on Lewis Hamilton's performance challenges. Senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers expert insights that reveal underlying factors affecting Hamilton's struggles during the race. Our Take: Hamilton's woes

Intriguing Rivalry: McLaren's Tension Builds Ahead of Zandvoort

This week on the 2 Soft Compounds podcast, the McLaren rivalry heats up as Oscar Piastri leads Lando Norris by a mere nine points. As the Dutch Grand Prix approaches, hosts Rick Houghton and Paul Velasco ponder whether the camaraderie between these two drivers will give way to a fierce

McLaren Teams Up with Mastercard for $100 Million Naming Rights Deal

McLaren Racing has revealed an exciting new partnership with Mastercard, which will see the financial giant take on the role of Official Naming Partner for their Formula 1 team starting in 2026. The deal, valued at an impressive $100 million per year, will result in the rebranding of the team

McLaren Partners with Mastercard for 2026 F1 Season

McLaren Racing has announced a significant partnership with Mastercard, which will see the payment provider become the official naming partner of the team starting in 2026. The team will henceforth be known as the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team, reflecting an increased commitment from Mastercard to the McLaren brand. Our

Read more

Insights into Hamilton's Struggles at the Hungaroring: Trackside Observations

Intriguing Rivalry: McLaren's Tension Builds Ahead of Zandvoort

McLaren Teams Up with Mastercard for $100 Million Naming Rights Deal

McLaren Partners with Mastercard for 2026 F1 Season