McLaren retains Leonardo Fornaroli in F1 as Italian adds WEC programme for 2027

F1 · statement · 2026-10-19

McLaren has reaffirmed its faith in Leonardo Fornaroli, and is taking its commitment to the Italian driver a step further. Fornaroli has been confirmed as the Formula 1 team's reserve and third driver for the 2027 season, but his programme will also include a second, prestigious challenge: making his World Endurance Championship debut behind the wheel of McLaren's new Hypercar. It marks the ...…

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