McLaren has announced the termination of the contract with driver Alex Dunne, aged 19, after a promising season in Formula 2.

The McLaren team announced a surprising split from driver Alex Dunne, a member of its development program, effective immediately. Dunne, at the age of 19, had a successful debut in Formula 3 and impressed in Formula 2, achieving two victories and seven podiums. The team's official statement highlighted the pleasure of working with the young driver and wished him success in his future career. The split is said to have been caused by differences in vision regarding Dunne's career direction.