Overview

• Alex Dunne left McLaren’s Driver Development programme by mutual agreement, making him a free agent.
• Red Bull adviser Helmut Marko publicly praised Dunne’s speed and aggression and said the team will hold discussions with him.
• Dunne has two Formula 2 victories this season and currently sits fifth in the championship.
• Marko noted Dunne does not have the required FIA Super Licence, and analysis indicates a top-three F2 finish over the Qatar and Abu Dhabi rounds would likely be needed to qualify.
• Coverage suggests any Red Bull involvement would more likely center on another F2 season with test or Friday practice outings to accumulate points rather than an immediate race seat.