So, where was I? Oh right, Zak Brown wants to throw Fernando Alonso back into the Le Mans scene with McLaren’s grand plan for 2027. It’s like déjà vu with a twist. Remember McLaren’s big win in 1995 with the P1? Yeah, they’re itching for a repeat. And honestly, Alonso could be the guy. Why not? He’s snagged two Le Mans wins already, in 2018 and 2019, while hustling for Toyota. That first one, by the way, was a big deal—no F1 driver had done it in a hot minute since Nico Hulkenberg.
I mean, Brown practically gushes about Alonso. Says he’s one of the best—probably because Alonso was part of the McLaren family before. And even though Alonso’s F1 clock is ticking down, we all know he’s got some fuel left for Le Mans. Brown’s all about making that happen. “I’d love to see him back in a McLaren,” is how he put it. Kind of sweet, in a racing-nerd way.
On the flip side, you’ve got Oscar Piastri, who’s currently tangled up in the F1 scene. He chimed in with his two cents about Le Mans. He’s sort of like, “Yeah, maybe someday, but I’m kinda feeling my F1 vibe right now.” Really, what’s he supposed to do—chase two rabbits? Nah, he’s convinced it wouldn’t do justice to either gig. And let’s face it, juggling championships sounds exhausting. He’s cautious about running into a showdown at Le Mans without properly gearing up. Gotta respect the guy for not wanting to half-ass it.
Anyway, it’s like this whole mix of nostalgia and new ambition swirling around McLaren. Makes you wonder how it’ll all pan out. Who knows, maybe Alonso will be tearing up the Le Mans track in no time.
