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McLaren unveils papaya livery for 2026 F1 car

McLaren has presented the MCL40, the car it will defend it its double world championships with in the 2026 Formula 1 season

McLaren MCL40 livery

Photo by: McLaren

The McLaren Formula 1 team has officially lifted the covers off its 2026 challenger, the MCL40, as it aims to retain both world titles in F1's new regulations era.

McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri had tested the MCL40 at Barcelona's shakedown late last month, draped in a temporary grey and black livery.

Ahead of Bahrain's first official test this week, the Woking-based outfit has now presented its final colour scheme for the 2026 season, continuing its rekindled tradition to lean on papaya orange as its main colour.

The McLaren MCL40, which was unveiled at the Bahrain international Circuit, the home of McLaren's main shareholder, sports a similar livery to its two championship-winning predecessors.

McLaren MCL40 livery

Photo by: McLaren

Meanwhile, Mastercard enjoys an increased presence after upgrading its deal with the squad to a title sponsorship, McLaren's first such deal since the Vodafone days over a decade ago.

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