McLaren bouncing back into contention

After a slow start with no wins in the first 10 races, McLaren have found form with Lando Norris claiming three pole positions in the last four races.

Regular upgrades driving performance gains

Consistent development of the MCL40 has been key to McLaren's resurgence, with new parts brought to nearly every race.

New parts and H-Wing coming to Baku

McLaren will introduce aerodynamic upgrades and bring back their rotating H-Wing, which debuted at Monza and was absent in Madrid.

“the H-Wing, that debuted in Monza, will be back in action on a track where the drag reduction can be a factor”

Development push continues despite title odds

McLaren remains motivated to develop the car even though their championship hopes are extremely thin, with Kimi Antonelli leading the drivers' championship.

“With regulatory continuity into next season and the competition at the front so close, our motivation to keep developing the car remains high”

Baku's unique demands test the field

The circuit features the longest straight on the F1 calendar alongside slow corners, requiring careful energy and tyre management with little margin for error.

Four-way battle expected at the front

McLaren, Mercedes, Ferrari and Red Bull are all expected to be capable of winning in Baku, with the chasing pack also getting closer.

“We expect any of the top four teams to be capable of winning in Baku, with the chasing pack also getting closer”

Race runs on Saturday, not Sunday

The Azerbaijan Grand Prix takes place on Saturday at noon UK time, rather than the usual Sunday slot, kicking off a triple-header of races.