McLaren lead the dance: Lucrative sponsorship deal with Mastercard imminent

So now, after Visa Cash App, a new giant from the world of payment systems have set their sights on an F1 entry. McLaren are said to be the closest to a partnership, with the Woking-based racing stable possibly being renamed 'McLaren Mercedes Mastercard'.

However, the team of Zak Brown and Andreas Seidl have competition from serious quarters. Indeed, Mercedes, Aston Martin and Ferrari are also said to be aiming for a deal with Mastercard. The latter had previously talked to the US billion-dollar organisation about a title sponsorship, but so now it is British McLaren that is leading the race.

It is possible that the partnership will be announced ahead of the Miami Grand Prix.