McLaren’s recent surge has Alex Brundle warning Mercedes of a potential championship threat. After Lando Norris claimed back-to-back wins in the 2026 Formula 1 season, including a dominant Dutch Grand Prix, the team’s upgraded car has erased Mercedes’ early-season advantage.
Norris overcame a chaotic race at Zandvoort, finishing ahead of Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli and George Russell. The result underscores McLaren’s rapid progress, fueled by recent aerodynamic and mechanical updates that have narrowed the performance gap.
Brundle cautioned that if McLaren maintains this momentum into Monza and beyond, Mercedes could face a serious title challenge. The Silver Arrows’ early dominance now looks less secure as their rivals close the gap.
