Reigning F1 constructor world champions McLaren were put on the back foot by the stunning performance of Oscar Piastri in 2024, insists Bernie Collins. In his second season, Piastri proved a strong challenger to established teammate Lando Norris, who eventually finished behind four-time victor Max Verstappen in the drivers’ standings.

With two drivers both believing they are ready to win a world championship, McLaren is no longer carrying the underdog tag.

Last year’s constructors’ champion squad shows off its MCL39 challenger in a one-off colour scheme with a promotional filming day and season launch at Silverstone