Former F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone is never shy to speak his mind, as McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown recently found out.

In Ecclestone’s opinion, Brown is not “very talented”, and he told the McLaren chief that straight up to his face. But, a crucial talent he does see in the American is his ability to surround himself with the right people. That has triggered McLaren’s return to title-winning ways.

Bernie Ecclestone spots crucial Zak Brown talent

Following on from securing the 2024 Constructors’ crown, McLaren are poised to seal the title double this season. Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris are exclusively locked in battle over the Drivers’ Championship, while McLaren are 337 points out front.

Ecclestone believes Piastri and Norris hit the jackpot to be in such a competitive position,

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