At Monza, Alex Dunn will return behind the wheel of the McLaren MCL39.

At Monza, Alex Dunn will return behind the wheel of the McLaren MCL39.

      Alex Dunne, a member of McLaren’s junior programme, will get back behind the wheel of a Formula 1 car in Monza and will take part in the first Friday practice.

      Alex Dunne: “I’m thrilled by the news that this weekend in Monza I will once again work in a practice session with McLaren. The first time was in Austria, and for me it was a truly special day.

      I think when I get back behind the wheel in Monza, at such a prestigious circuit with such a rich history, a big smile will appear on my face. We’re already looking forward to it, and I hope I can build on the experience I gained in Austria, where I drove the practice session quite confidently, and this weekend I will once again do everything I can to help Lando and Oscar.”

      Which of the team’s regular drivers Dunne will replace has not yet been announced. In addition, in Monza the Irish driver will contest two further Formula 2 races with Rodin Motorsport — he made his debut in this junior series in 2025 and already has two wins and four more podiums to his name.

      After the first ten rounds of the F2 season he is fifth in the drivers’ standings and remains in contention for the title.

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At Monza, Alex Dunn will return behind the wheel of the McLaren MCL39.

Alex Dunn, a member of McLaren's young driver programme, will return to the cockpit of a Formula 1 car in Monza and will take part in Friday's first practice...