McLaren had a first chance to be crowned Formula 1 world constructors’ champion at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix , but endured its worst weekend of the 2025 season – by far – in Baku, scoring a meagre six points.
As a consequence, the title is yet to be decided, but the upcoming Singapore GP will likely prove decisive.
Having taken 12 victories, including seven 1-2s, in 17 grands prix so far this year, McLaren is in a comfortable position in the standings, with its rivals more than 330 points in arrears. McLaren has 623 points to its name, with Mercedes , Ferrari and Red Bull down to 290, 286 and 272 respectively – Max Verstappen ’s outfit is already out of contention.
But what does McLaren need to take a second consecutive constructors’ title, which would be the 10th in its histor