Alex Dunne with McLaren team member after crossing the line at the 2025 F2 Round in Spa-Francorchamps
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“I’m improving every weekend”: Dunne reflects on evolution as F2 driver after penalty denies 2025 victory in Spa

For a moment, it seemed like Alex Dunne had delivered the perfect comeback. From pole position at Spa-Francorchamps, the McLaren junior controlled the 2025 F2 Feature Race from start to finish. He built a gap, responded under pressure, and drove with calm authority — a marked difference from his 2024 F3 appearance at the same…

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Alex Dunne reflects on his F1 experience with McLaren
Alex Dunne at the 2025 Formula E rookie test | Photo Credit: McLaren Racing

Alex Dunne reflects on F1 Austrian GP outing as he aims for a 2026 race seat

Speaking during last weekend’s Carole Nash Historic Festival at Ireland’s Mondello Park, Formula 2 driver and McLaren junior Alex Dunne reflected on his Austrian Grand Prix FP1 outing and his future in the sport. Irish Formula 2 driver and Championship contender Alex Dunne appeared at last weekend’s Carole Nash Historic Festival in Mondello Park. Speaking…

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Rodin Motorsport's Alex Dunne, McLaren Junior, at the 2025 F2 Belgian GP
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Adaptability “probably my strongest point”: Dunne on thriving in all conditions during 2025 F2 campaign

At the 2025 Belgian GP, Rodin Motorsport’s Alex Dunne once again proved his reputation as one of the most adaptable and well-rounded young drivers currently racing in F2. Earlier in the season, he claimed his maiden F2 victory in Bahrain under blistering, desert heat. Months later, he returned to the top step on the road…

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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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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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F2 title battle heats up after Hungarian GP Sprint Race as penalties shake up standings; Fornaroli leads, Crawford and Dunne close in.

2025 F2 Championship Standings after the Hungarian GP Sprint Race

The 2025 FIA F2 Championship continues to intensify following an eventful Sprint Race at the Hungarian GP. As a result of strategic battles, overtaking drama, and post-race penalties, the standings have shifted at the top, setting the stage for a compelling run into the latter stages of the season. Several title contenders gained crucial points,…

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Alex Dunne kept himself firmly in title contention with a solid P2 finish in the F2 Sprint at the Hungarian GP. The Irishman survived a post-race investigation.
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Alex Dunne on getting bored and overtaking Lindblad during run to P2 in F2 Sprint at Hungarian GP

Alex Dunne kept himself firmly in title contention with a solid P2 finish in the F2 Sprint at the Hungarian GP. The Irishman survived a post-race investigation. Starting 2nd on the reverse grid following a relatively disappointing qualifying session by his standards in 2025, the driver from Offaly made one of the moves of the…

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F2 Sprint Race at the Hungarian GP, winner Pepe Marti
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F2 | Hungarian GP | Sprint Race | Martí takes home the win but under investigation after late battle with Dunne

Friday’s Qualifying session at the Hungaroring saw track limit violations, affecting the Championship leader especially. This saw him caught out, and allowed his teammate to secure pole position for Sunday’s Feature Race, with Fornaroli stuck with P2. Today’s Sprint Race took part under the reverse grid format, meaning P10 qualifier, Pepe Marti set off from…

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