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McLaren confirm significant upgrades for Spa and Hungary
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ConfirmedMcLaren will run a new rear wing assembly at the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa. The team has also confirmed a broader upgrade package for the Hungarian Grand Prix before the summer break. The rear wing forms part of the ongoing development pathway for the MCL40.
McLaren rear wing upgrade confirmed for Spa
McLaren will introduce a new rear wing assembly at the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps.[2]
The team has confirmed the update forms part of the car's development pathway.[1]
McLaren will also run the latest Mercedes power unit specification for the first time at the event.[1]
Broader package planned for Hungary
McLaren has confirmed a significant upgrade package for the Hungarian Grand Prix.[3]
The package arrives before the summer break.[3]
Related reading
Sources
- [1]McLaren gets latest Mercedes F1 engine two races after works team (the-race). Accessed 2026-07-16.
- [2]McLaren to run new rear wing at Belgian GP (racer). Accessed 2026-07-16.
- [3]Round-up: McLaren to try again with new rear wing at Spa, and more (racefans). Accessed 2026-07-16.
Published 16 Jul 2026, 16:17 UTC