Consequences for McLaren’s refusal to drop ‘papaya rules’

Consequences for McLaren’s refusal to drop ‘papaya rules’

McLaren were true to their word in not backing one or other of their drivers for the 2025 Formula One drivers’ championship and will retain their now infamous ‘papaya rules’ […]

Let Them Fight: McLaren Keeps Papaya Rules for 2026

Zak Brown basically turned the FIA gala into an open mic and said the papaya stays spicy for 2026: same chances, no team orders. Picture telling two speed freaks to share the last slice and then leaving the room—what could go wrong? From Safety Car drama to snappy radios, this rule took hits and kept smiling, and the grid is quietly stocking popcorn. Curious how far equal rules can go when big trophies and bigger egos squeeze into one garage? Di…