After an exciting season, full of development and discoveries for both drivers of the English team, and marked by innovation and constant progress by McLaren, the joint effort of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri has borne fruit by crowning the team as champion of the 2024 Constructors' World Cup.

After 26 years, the boys achieve McLaren's ninth title in history. The last championship had been achieved in 1998, a year in which Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were not yet born. That historic title was obtained with David Coulthard and Mika Häkkinen at the wheel, consolidating the English team as one of the most iconic in Formula 1. Now, a new generation of talents takes McLaren back to the top of world motorsport.

McLaren's last years had been very complicated, marked by major problems that led the team to a notable decline in performance. In 2017, Lando Norris joined the team with a contract until 2025, becoming the driver with the longest tenure in McLaren history. Since his arrival, the main focus of the project was to return the team to the elite of Formula 1, competing for world titles again.

During six years of hard work, Norris was a key player in the team's resurgence. Although he had not achieved his first victory in Formula 1 before this season, he contributed significantly alongside teammates such as Carlos Sainz and Daniel Ricciardo. Together, they managed to progressively return McLaren to the podiums and accumulate valuable points that improved their position in the constructors' championship. This collective effort marked the path to McLaren's rebirth as a competitive force in motorsport's premier class.

Last season, Oscar Piastri joined McLaren in his debut year as a rookie driver, proving from the beginning to be one of the great promises of motorsport. In 2024, both drivers reached the highest point of their careers so far, consolidating McLaren as an elite team in Formula 1.

Lando Norris achieved four victories, while Oscar Piastri added two, and together they accumulated an impressive total of 21 podiums throughout the season. Additionally, the team stood out for its consistency, as both drivers completed all races without any DNFs. This exceptional performance allowed McLaren to once again position itself as a contender for world titles, marking the beginning of a new golden era for the English team.

Additionally, this achievement is not only the result of the talent and performance of the drivers, but also of the hard work of Andrea Stella as team director, Zak Brown as executive director of the team, and each of the people who are part of the team. equipment. Their dedication, sacrifice and tireless effort have been fundamental to achieving this success. From the engineers and mechanics to the support staff, each member has contributed crucially to making this milestone a reality.

2024 a year that will be marked in history. McLaren once again became the constructors' champion after 26 years. This milestone was accompanied by an unforgettable season for Lando Norris, who achieved his first victory in the category and added three more wins, reaching a total of four victories in the year.

Norris also obtained eight pole positions, the runner-up award in the Drivers' World Championship and recognition as the driver with the most fastest laps in the season. In addition, he reached the podium 13 times, establishing himself as one of the brightest stars in the championship. 

On the other hand, Oscar Piastri also had a year to remember, achieving his first two victories in the category and reaching the podium eight times. His solid and consistent performance demonstrated that he is one of the most outstanding promises in motorsports, additionally, he was the only driver to complete all the laps in the season cementing its place as a key pillar in McLaren's success during this historic season.

With the end of this great year, McLaren sets its expectations high, trusting that next season will be even more outstanding. The team is convinced that their performance will continue to evolve, consolidating them as strong contenders for both championships. With a solid base, a competitive car and the talent of its drivers, McLaren is preparing to fight for glory in both the Constructors' and Drivers' World Championships.