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Ralf Schumacher believes McLaren have a ‘huge problem’ after seeing updated car in Malaysia

McLaren have only scored 10 points across the last two Grand Prix since introducing an updated package to their car. The Bahrain Grand Prix was…

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 11:00 AM
Ralf Schumacher believes McLaren have a ‘huge problem’ after seeing updated car in Malaysia
Key Things to Know
  • Ralf Schumacher stated that McLaren's recent car update is a flop and urged them to reverse it.
  • McLaren have managed just 10 points across two races since bringing new updates to the car.
  • Oscar Piastri finished sixth while Lando Norris took ninth after tyre and pace issues in Malaysia.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ralf Schumacher warned that McLaren face a "huge problem" following the introduction of recent car updates, describing the package as a "flop" and urging the team to reverse course. His comments came after a disappointing run of form that saw McLaren score only 10 points across two Grands Prix, with Oscar Piastri finishing sixth and Lando Norris taking ninth in Malaysia.

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella had previously voiced concern over the upgrades introduced to the MCL40 in Baku. Norris also voiced his frustration with the car's straight-line deficit, stating he was losing nearly two-tenths of a second per lap over the 55-lap race.

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