Reigning Formula 1 constructor champions McLaren have handed renowned aerodynamicist Peter Prodromou a multi-year contract extension, Afrosport reports.
The 56-year-old has played an integral role at McLaren since he joined the team from Red Bull in 2014 and has served as the technical director for aerodynamics since 2023.
The Woking outfit went from the back of the grid to the front under Prodromou’s watch, following an overhaul of the technical department, winning their first constructors’ championship title in 26 years last season.
The renewal of his contract is seen as a boost for McLaren as they prepare for the 2025 season and are tipped to have the fastest car.
“I am delighted to continue my role as Technical Director, Aerodynamics at McLaren F1 Team,” Prodromou said. “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.”
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— McLaren (@McLarenF1) February 8, 2025
Prodromou previously worked for McLaren for 15 years before moving to Red Bull in 2006 to head their aerodynamics department under Adrian Newey.
His long-term contract extension follows that of drivers Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri and team principal Andrea Stella.
