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McLaren plans driver announcement by end of September

McLaren intends to sort its 2019 Formula 1 driver line-up before the end of next month, Chief Operating Officer Jonathan Neale has confirmed. McLaren currently fields Fernando Alonso and Stoffel Vandoorne but the two-time World Champion announced last month that he will leave the championship at the end of the season. McLaren swiftly announced current Renault driver Carlos Sainz Jr. as his replacement, sealing the Spaniard’s services on a two-year contract. Vandoorne is under pressure to retain his seat after a subdued second season in the championship, while McLaren is evaluating reserve driver and F2 title contender Lando Norris. The 18-year-old participated in the opening practice...
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