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Piastri backs streamlined papaya rules for McLaren in 2026
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McLaren Formula 1 driver Oscar Piastri has endorsed team principal Andrea Stella's plan to streamline the team's 'papaya rules' for the 2026 season, aiming to avoid unnecessary complications from the previous year. The rules, which govern fair competition between Piastri and teammate Lando Norris, were reviewed after incidents in 2025 that sparked debate. Piastri believes the tweaks will preserve the positives while reducing distractions.