The NEOM McLaren Formula E Team has officially announced Alex Dunne as its Reserve and Development Driver for the 2024/25 FIA ABB Formula E World Championship season.
In this role, Dunne will work closely with the team at both its Bicester and Woking facilities. Dunne has been part of the McLaren Racing family since May 2024 when he joined the prestigious McLaren Driver Development Programme.
Racing journey and achievements
Dunne’s motorsport journey began at just eight years old. His breakthrough came in 2019 when he clinched his first European karting title. By 2021, he transitioned to single-seater racing, debuting in the Spanish F4 Championship. His exceptional talent shone through with 16 race victories across the British, UAE, and Italian Formula 4 Championships while racing for Hitech Grand Prix and US Racing.
He was crowned British F4 Champion in 2022 and secured the vice-champion title in the Italian F4 Championship. Continuing his upward trajectory, Dunne became the vice-champion in the 2023 GB3 Championship after earning five victories and eight podium finishes.
In the 2024 season, Dunne competed in the FIA Formula 3 Championship with MP Motorsport, maintaining his development under the guidance of the McLaren Driver Development Programme. His 2025 racing programme, to be run alongside his Formula E duties, will be announced at a later date.
Excitement for the young driver
Dunne expressed his excitement about joining NEOM McLaren’s Formula E project, saying, “I’m excited to be joining the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team as Reserve and Development Driver.”
“Working with NEOM McLaren as part of my experience in the McLaren Driver Development programme is an excellent opportunity to hone my skills. I’m looking forward to doing what I can to support the team and learn as much as possible.”
Team Principal Ian James, also expressed his enthusiasm. “I am delighted to welcome Alex as the team’s Reserve and Development Driver,” he said.
“Alex is an up-and-coming talent in single-seater motorsport and has been part of the McLaren Driver Development programme since last season, through which we have been able to follow his progress and development.”
“We are all looking forward to working with him in 2025. Alex will play an important role for us, adding value to the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team with his drive and talent, while also gaining experience himself along the way.”
