Max Verstappen believes he’s pinpointed the secret to McLaren’s success, and it’s not tyre water or flexi wings, it’s the MCL39’s medium corner speed that is “incredible” compared to the rest of the grid.

Red Bull Racing Formula One driver Max Verstappen has uncovered McLaren's strongest point that has helped it dominate the F1 grid thus far. For the first time since the inception of the current ground effect era in 2022,

With 14 rounds completed in the 2025 Formula 1 season, the Constructors’ standings paint a clear picture of McLaren’s supremacy and the scale of the challenge facing their rivals. Calculating the average points per race reveals just how commanding McLaren's campaign has been so far.