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Alex Palou Takes McLaren to Court Over $20.7M Claim

11/6/2025

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Spanish racing driver Alex Palou faces a London breach-of-contract trial against McLaren Racing seeking nearly $20.7 million in damages.
Palou contends his contracts were based on falsehoods and that he was misled about his Formula 1 prospects.
Palou's defense alleges McLaren Chief Executive Officer Zak Brown destroyed evidence via deleted WhatsApp messages.
McLaren says it suffered financial losses when Palou backed out.
The court's ruling remains pending.

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Spanish racing driver Alex Palou faces a London breach-of-contract trial against McLaren Racing seeking nearly $20.7 million in damages.
Palou contends his contracts were based on falsehoods and that he was misled about his Formula 1 prospects.
Palou's defense alleges McLaren Chief Executive Officer Zak Brown destroyed evidence via deleted WhatsApp messages.
McLaren says it suffered financial losses when Palou backed out.
The court's ruling remains pending.