FUNKO AND McLAREN RACING ANNOUNCE NEW GLOBAL LICENSING AGREEMENT
Funko, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, has today announced an exciting new agreement with McLaren Racing, marking the beginning of a collaboration that will bring one of racing’s most iconic and performance driven teams into Funko’s global licensing portfolio.
Announced during the 2026 Australian Toy Hobby and Licensing Fair in Melbourne, the agreement arrives at a moment of heightened global attention as the Qatar Airways Australian Grand Prix takes place from March 6.
With specific product details to come later this year, the collaboration will see McLaren Racing integrated into Funko’s expanding sports category with an expected on-shelf date of November 2026.
“McLaren Racing represents excellence, innovation and an extraordinary global fanbase,” said Andy Oddie, Chief Commercial Officer at Funko. “We are incredibly proud to partner with such an iconic Formula 1 team and look forward to bringing McLaren’s legacy and performance driven spirit into the Funko universe in a way that resonates with collectors and motorsport fans worldwide.”
This new agreement reinforces Funko’s continued strategic growth within the sports sector and its commitment to delivering authentic, innovative products that connect global fandoms with the brands and teams they are most passionate about.
Fans can follow @FunkoAsia for updates on the launch and stay up to date on all things Funko as more exciting reveals are announced.
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Adrian Gunning Adrian lives in Melbourne Australia and has a huge passion for gaming, technology and pop culture. He recently finished his a Bachelor of Journalism and is currently focusing on games journalism. When not writing and playing video games, Adrian can be found in Comics 'R' Us debating the pros of the DC Universe and cons of the Marvel Universe.
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