F1: McLaren Locks in Aero Chief Peter Prodromou with Multi-Year Deal

McLaren has confirmed a long-term contract extension for aerodynamics technical director Peter Prodromou, ensuring his continued contribution to the team’s future success. His expertise played a crucial role in McLaren’s 2024 constructors' title victory, helping drive the team’s impressive resurgence in Formula 1. Prodromou first joined McLaren in 1991, working his way up before moving to Red Bull Racing in 2006. After an eight-year stint, he returned in 2014 as chief engineer. Under team principal Andrea Stella’s leadership, he was promoted to his current role in 2023 as part of a key leadership trio alongside engineering chief Neil Houldey and chief designer Rob Marshall. This contract extension reinforces McLaren’s commitment to long-term stability and continued performance at the top of Formula 1.

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Peter Prodromou said: 'I am delighted to continue my role as Technical Director, Aerodynamics at the McLaren F1 Team. It is an honour to be part of such a collaborative team and contributing to this strong upwards trajectory. Following last season’s success, I look forward to contributing further to our shared ambition of securing more World Championships.

'I'm grateful to Zak and Andrea for their continued confidence in me as a Technical Director, Aerodynamics and also to all my colleagues in the team who have provided the highest class of support to me at a personal and professional level.'

Andrea Stella said: 'It is my great privilege to confirm the extension of Peter's contract on a multi-year deal. The cultural, organisational and technical leadership Peter has brought has been invaluable, and he has been a key architect of the team's performance turnaround, on and off the track, securing the team's ninth FIA Formula 1 Constructors' Championship in 2024.

'The journey we have been on together as a team, we could not have done without Peter, and we look forward to continuing our quest of fighting for further World Championships together. Thank you, Peter, for your commitment and dedication to the McLaren F1 Team, we are all proud to call you our teammate.'

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McLaren has taken a major step towards long-term success by extending the contract. This decision boosts the team’s preparations for the 2025 season and aligns with recent long-term deals for drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, as well as team principal Andrea Stella.

By securing key personnel, McLaren ensures stability in both its leadership and driver lineup. This continuity strengthens the team’s foundation as it aims to remain a top contender in Formula 1.