SPIELBERG, AUSTRIA - JUNE 27: Alexander Dunne of Ireland driving the (89) McLaren MCL39 Mercedes on track during FP1 ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on June 27, 2025 in Spielberg, Austria.
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Exclusive: “It’s a cool feeling” — Alex Dunne reflects on McLaren F1 praise after stunning FP1 debut

In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Irish driver Alex Dunne opened up about a landmark weekend at the 2025 Austrian GP, where he made his Formula 1 FP1 debut with McLaren. Filling in for Lando Norris as part of the FIA’s rookie driver mandate, Dunne drove the MCL39 and impressed from the moment he…

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the 2025 F2 grid at Hungary in Round 10 of the F2 Championship battle
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The battle for the 2025 F2 Championship: Drivers defining the season

The 2025 FIA F2 Championship is rapidly approaching its climax, with a fiercely competitive field of drivers vying for one of motorsport’s most coveted stepping stones to F1. This season has seen a thrilling mix of emerging talent and established contenders, each bringing their own strengths, challenges, and moments of brilliance to the grid. From…

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Leonardo Fornaroli currently leading the 2025 F2 Championship after a successful Hungarian GP weekend
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2025 F2 Championship Standings after the Hungarian GP Feature Race

Leonardo Fornaroli delivered a commanding performance at the Hungarian GP Feature Race, securing his first Feature Race victory in F2 and extending his lead in the 2025 championship. The Invicta Racing driver, who started from the front row alongside teammate Roman Staněk, controlled the race despite a pit lane speeding penalty that could have jeopardised…

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DAMS Lucas Oil's Jak Crawford ahead of F2 Hungarian GP.
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Crawford unfazed by added pressure as Cadillac seat remains a viable option for 2026

With just four rounds remaining, DAMS Lucas Oil’s Jak Crawford admitted that ongoing talks are occurirng for a F1 seat for next year, with Cadillac remaining a viable opportunity. After a tough weekend at Spa, Crawford bounced back in Budapest as he secured two podium and a P3 Qualifying finish—reigniting his momentum as the season…

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Hitech TGR's Luke Browning during F2 Imola GP.
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“I’m always learning”: Browning on personal and career growth through Williams backing

Over the past year, Hitech TGR’s Luke Browning has seen tremendous development in his career as opportunities have flooded in with his involvement at Williams Racing. At the end of 2024, the Briton made his FP1 debut and hopped into the FW46 at the season finale in Abu Dhabi. He then got behind the wheel…

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Alex Dunne remains focused on winning the F2 title, calling it his best chance of reaching F1 as he reflects on Belgian GP Qualifying and more.
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Dunne: Winning 2025 F2 championship the key to potential F1 seat in 2026

After a composed and competitive showing in F2 Qualifying at the 2025 Belgian GP, Alex Dunne faced questions about his future—particularly in relation to a F1 seat. With no visible path into McLaren’s F1 setup, where he is a junior driver, speculation continues to grow around whether the 19-year-old could secure a place on the…

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Roman Staněk after taking pole position for the Budapest Round Feature Race
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Staněk stars in “incredible weekend” for Invicta Racing with maiden F2 pole in Budapest

Roman Staněk delivered his strongest performance yet in the F2 Championship at the 2025 Budapest Round at the Hungarian GP, claiming his maiden pole position and converting it into a valuable second-place finish in the Feature Race for Invicta Racing. Teamwork behind the success The weekend marked a significant breakthrough not only for the Czech…

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How Staněk’s F2 Qualifying approach overcame Fornaroli’s strategic advantage in Budapest

Invicta Racing delivered a masterclass performance at the Budapest circuit, securing a one-two finish in both the F2 Qualifying and the Feature Race. Whilst Leonardo Fornaroli ultimately claimed victory on Sunday, it was his Czech teammate Roman Staněk who emerged victorious in Friday’s Qualifying battle, claiming pole position with a lap time of 1:28.779 –…

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Invicta Racing's Leonardo Fornaroli crossing the line to win the Feature Race at the F2 Hungarian GP.
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F2: The winners and losers of the 2025 Hungarian GP

The 2025 F2 Hungarian GP marked the tenth round of racing this season as Invicta Racing enjoyed a perfect and well-executed weekend. In another action-packed weekend, Invicta shone once again with Roman Staněk securing pole position and a podium, while Leonardo Fornaroli clinched his first Feature Race win. Additionally, they weren’t the only ones to…

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Richard Verschoor, F2, of MP Motorsport at the 2025 F1 Hungarian GP

“I would definitely have been fighting for the podium” – Verschoor on P5 finish at F2 Hungarian GP

Richard Verschoor delivered a solid performance at the Hungarian GP, securing fifth place in Sunday’s F2 Feature Race, though the MP Motorsport driver couldn’t help but feel a podium opportunity had slipped through his fingers. The Dutch racer’s Hungarian GP weekend began on a challenging note, with a ninth-place finish in Free Practice followed by…

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