Look Sports Media – McLaren Racing has announced the departure of Lucas Blakeley from their McLaren Shadow F1 sim racing team after a three-season stint. The news, revealed via a statement and social media posts, marks the end of a chapter for the Scottish driver who achieved remarkable success during his tenure.
Blakeley, a lifelong McLaren fan, joined the team in 2022 and immediately made his mark, securing both the Drivers’ and Teams’ Championship titles in his debut season. This stunning achievement cemented his place as a rising star in the F1 Esports Series. His time with McLaren Shadow also included a memorable podium finish at Spa-Francorchamps in the 2023 season.
The highlight of his career with McLaren Shadow, however, was undoubtedly his victory in the F1 Esports Series Drivers’ Championship. A thrilling final race saw him secure the title by a narrow margin of eight points over Frederik Rasmussen, after winning four races throughout the season and demonstrating exceptional consistency. This championship win, coupled with the team’s constructors’ title win that same year (achieved alongside then-teammate Bari Boroumand), solidified Blakeley’s legacy within the team.
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While his subsequent seasons saw him finish seventh (2023-24) and fifteenth (2025) in the championship standings, his impact on McLaren Shadow remains undeniable. The team expressed their gratitude for his contributions, highlighting his championship wins and wishing him well in his future endeavors. They have stated that they will announce their new driver lineup in due course.
Blakeley himself took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his gratitude for the opportunity to represent his boyhood team and achieve his dream of becoming a world champion. He thanked the team, engineers, and fans in a heartfelt message and accompanying YouTube video. While his future plans remain undisclosed, the sim racing community eagerly awaits his next move. The outpouring of support on social media from fans and fellow competitors underscores the respect and admiration he has earned within the esports scene. The question now is: where will this highly talented driver land next? The F1 Esports world watches with bated breath.
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