D espite their significant lead in the Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship standings, McLaren introduced a set of upgrades for the Austrian Grand Prix, aiming to unlock even more performance from the MCL39. The early returns are more than positive.

George Russell picked up where he left off by finishing fastest in first practice for the Austrian Grand Prix. Russell took his first win of the season last time out in Canada and the Mercedes driver raised hope of a second victory in as many races by topping the time charts at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg.

After a two week break, F1 is back and back in Europe for a run of six races with the summer break in the middle. After Austria we go to Silverstone, Belgium, Hungary, the Netherlands and then Italy.