28 October 2026 12:00 (UTC)
"We are celebrating the creativity of our fans on one of the biggest stages in motorsport"
The McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team and Official Principal Partner BAT's brand Velo today launched a special fan-inspired livery enhancement that will feature on both MCL40 race cars, driven by Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Created in collaboration with Velo, the unique design celebrates the creativity, individuality and passion of the Papaya Family. It incorporates artwork inspired by some of the most original fan dreams submitted as part of the season-long Live Your Fandom campaign.
Earlier this year, fans from around the world were invited to share their most imaginative motorsport wishes and experiences. A selection of those submissions, ranging from light-hearted ambitions and memorable moments to creative expressions of fandom, have now been transformed into bespoke sticker-style artwork, which will feature across the race cars, garage environment and other McLaren owned assets throughout the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend.
The campaign has also seen a number of fan dreams become reality. Throughout the season, selected fans have been invited to participate in unique experiences with McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri at the McLaren Technology Centre, creating memorable moments that celebrate the passion and dedication of the team’s supporters.
The special livery continues McLaren and Velo's work to create fan-focused campaigns and experiences, helping bring supporters closer to the team through storytelling, content and shared experiences.
“The Papaya Family is united by a shared passion for McLaren, and this special livery puts their stories at the heart of the team. By bringing individual ideas together in one collective design, we are celebrating the creativity of our fans on one of the biggest stages in motorsport.”
"Every sticker tells the original story of a real fan dream, which is a powerful reminder that fandom isn't one-size-fits-all, it's personal, creative and unique to every fan. Through Live Your Fandom, Velo is helping turn those unique fan stories into unforgettable moments, giving them a place at the heart of the Mexico Grand Prix.”
