McLaren changes team name: Mastercard will become the title sponsor starting from 2026.

Changes in McLaren

According to The Sun: The McLaren team will receive a new name next season – McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team.

This team is the only one in the race that does not have a title sponsor in its name. The last such sponsor for McLaren was Vodafone, which supported the team from 2007 to 2013.

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With the new partner Mastercard, fans will gain unique behind-the-scenes access and unforgettable experiences.

Mastercard is also launching the "Team Priceless" initiative, which will allow fans to feel the team atmosphere – from thrilling races to meet-and-greets with drivers.

Today, Mastercard is holding a live fan event in Amsterdam ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, where drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, as well as DJ Calvin Harris, will appear.

Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, noted: “There is no one more important to us than our amazing fans.”

“That’s why I couldn’t be more pleased that we are entering a new chapter in our partnership with Mastercard.”

“We promise our papaya family around the world that we will continue to put fans first, bringing them closer to the team and offering incredible experiences.”

“Mastercard is a fantastic partner that shares our passions and values, so their presence as a title partner will be an ideal foundation for continuing our work on and off the track – and I can’t wait to see how ‘Team Priceless’ comes to life in 2026.”

McLaren is hoping for a successful performance on the track this weekend in the Netherlands.

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Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris lead the drivers' standings, having already jointly achieved 11 victories.

Currently, McLaren confidently leads with 290 POINTS, ahead of the strongest rival Ferrari in the constructors' standings.

These changes in McLaren reflect the team's new ambitions in Formula 1. The partnership with Mastercard opens up new opportunities for fans, giving them a chance to experience exclusive access to the team and its stars. McLaren management hopes this will contribute to creating a new era of success on the track and strengthening the bond with fans who support them along the way.