Mclaren Eye Historic Constructors’ Championship at Azerbaijan Grand Prix
McLaren’s 2025 Formula 1 season has become a testament to dominance, with the team poised to secure the Constructors’ Championship at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on September 21. Having clinched its first title in 26 years in 2024, McLaren is set to defend its crown much earlier than last year’s nail-biting finale in Abu Dhabi.
How McLaren Can Win the Title at Azerbaijan Grand Prix
The British team is on the verge of achieving the earliest-ever Constructors’ Championship victory in Formula 1 history, needing just a few conditions to be met during the upcoming race in Baku. With an impressive 337-point lead over Ferrari and 346 points still available across the remaining eight races, McLaren finds itself in an enviable position.
Key Conditions for McLaren’s Championship Win
To secure the title in Azerbaijan, McLaren must meet the following criteria:
- Finish Ahead of Ferrari: The team must ensure that Ferrari does not score more points than them.
- Outpace Mercedes and Red Bull: Both teams are also in contention for the second position, making their performance crucial.
- Capitalize on Their Dominance: With 12 wins and seven one-two finishes already accounted for, securing points is highly likely, especially since McLaren has not faltered in all but one race this season.
McLaren’s Formidable Season
This season, McLaren has exhibited unrivaled performance through the combined efforts of drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. Their synergy on the track has resulted in a commanding tally of 617 points, leaving rivals like Ferrari, who sit at 280 points, grasping at straws. The only race where McLaren did not meet their strategic targets was the Canadian Grand Prix.
A Comparitive Milestone
The record for the earliest Constructors’ Championship win currently belongs to Red Bull, who triumphed with six races remaining in 2023. By contrast, McLaren clinched its ninth constructors’ title last year in a dramatic showdown just 14 points ahead of Ferrari, thanks to Norris’s victory in that season’s finale.
The Drivers’ Championship Battle
While McLaren stands strong in the Constructors’ rankings, the Drivers’ Championship remains fiercely competitive between Piastri and Norris. The Australian leads his teammate by 31 points, setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the season.
As McLaren approaches the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, all eyes will be on the legendary team as it strives to etch its name into Formula 1 history once more—a victory here could signal a new era of dominance in the sport.