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McLaren CEO hints at Lambiase leaving Red Bull by 2027
McLaren CEO says Gianpiero Lambiase may join Woking team as early as 2027.
In brief
McLaren CEO says Gianpiero Lambiase may join Woking team as early as 2027. McLaren CEO Zak Brown states Gianpiero Lambiase could leave Red Bull for McLaren in 2027 after current role ends by 2028. Originally reported by Motorsport.
McLaren CEO update
McLaren CEO Zak Brown suggests Gianpiero Lambiase may leave Red Bull for Woking in 2027.
“I’m optimistic we’ll see him in papaya at some point next year”
Lambiase's current role
Lambiase joined McLaren as chief racing officer in April 2026, reporting to Andrea Stella.
McLaren's statement
McLaren confirmed Lambiase will join as chief racing officer, reporting to team principal Andrea Stella.
Lambiase's importance
Lambiase has spent over 10 years working with Max Verstappen and manages complex race decisions.
McLaren's outlook
McLaren CEO says team is on top of things after tough start to 2026 season.
The one thing
McLaren CEO Zak Brown states Gianpiero Lambiase could leave Red Bull for McLaren in 2027 after current role ends by 2028.
