McLaren's 2015 Struggle

Throughout the start of the season, McLaren have been struggling and often finding themselves mid-field rather than at the front, where most fans would argue they belong. At the end of last year, after they announced that they had signed their previous driver, Fernando Alonso, things started looking up. People believed that Fernando would not be moving to a team where he couldn't win, and with his previous experience came trust of his judgment.

As expected, McLaren fans have stayed loyal. If there's a quality that F1 fans possess, it's loyalty. We have the ability to believe in and stick with a team or driver in the toughest of times. In some cases they spend years without a drive and in others they spend a season struggling for a single championship point. This is why there is no decrease in McLaren belief. Fans are sure that they will return to their former glory but with the new Honda power system, it's unsure as to when this will occur.

Many people were ecstatic to see the return of the Honda/McLaren alliance, the team being one of the people. However, it has recently been questioned if they are happy about their decision, looking back on it. In addition to this, the media and fans alike have been questioning if Fernando feels like he made the right choice. Especially since Ferrari seem to be thriving this season. It must feel like rubbing salt in the wound.

Despite this, we have been reassured by Fernando that he did not rejoin the team for points and wins. Rather he rejoined because it's where he feels he belongs. It's important for a driver to feel comfortable within the team to ensure results are the best they can be. This of course, brings Jenson Button into the equation.

He's had a better year than last as he's been married, however, Jenson doesn't seem to be his happiest when at work. However, being pilot to a struggling car is never fun. We all saw the effects it had on last year's Sauber drivers. McLaren are set to improve but it will take time, as any steps forward in motor sports will. The progress cannot be marked on a timeline but it's rather exciting to see where they'll be at the end of this season.

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Article Written By: Frances Fry
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Caterham & Marussia could miss Austin and Brazil

With just a week to go before the US GP at COTA in Austin, Texas - It is looking more and more likely that we won't be seeing Caterham or Marussia lining up on the grid for Sunday's race. In fact, the teams may not arrive in Texas at all.

Caterham is currently dealing with legal matters involving the former and current owners. Tony Fernandes who sold the team back in June of this year, claims that  the buyers did not comply with the conditions that were agreed upon when he sold Caterham F1 Team. However, the buyers insist they've paid. 

Tony went to Twitter and very bluntly tweeted the following: "If you buy something you should pay for it. Quite simple"

The tweet caused even more of a stir for the already struggling team. With all the chaos going on, the Caterham factory locked its doors, not allowing any work to go on inside. Now, they're facing the harsh possibility of missing not only the US GP, but the Brazilian GP as well.

The running of the team now lies in the hands of administrators, a firm called 'Smith & Williamson' located in London.

As for Marussia, they've already been going through enough drama lately with the aftermath of Jules Bianchi's crash at Suzuka.

Now they're struggling with financial issues. There has even been multiple claims that Andrej Cheglakov, the current owner, wants to sell the team.

If both teams are unable to attend next weekend's GP, we'll be seeing just 18 cars on the grid, making it the first time since only 18 lined up for the 2005 Grand Prix of Monaco.

More to come in the following days.

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