Oscar Piastri
Oscar Piastri praised for smart drive to second at Japanese GP
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Oscar Piastri delivered a composed drive from third on the grid to second place at the Japanese Grand Prix, earning praise from F1 TV analyst Alex Brundle. A safety car triggered by Oliver Bearman's crash altered the race, allowing Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli to pit cheaply and secure victory. McLaren showed improved form at Suzuka after a troubled start to the 2026 season.
Oscar Piastri avoided any penalty after being summoned by stewards following the Austrian Grand Prix. The McLaren driver had finished fourth at the Red Bull Ring but faced scrutiny over his reconnaissance laps.
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McLaren Formula 1 fans have expressed appreciation for drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri following a light-hearted video posted on the team's YouTube channel.
Mark Webber has stepped back from his trackside support role for Oscar Piastri while remaining his manager, focusing instead on commercial matters ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season. Former F1 driver David Coulthard described the change as a natural development after Webber helped guide Piastri into McLaren. Piastri finished third in the 2025 drivers' championship behind Lando Norris and Max Verstappen.
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McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri say the team will continue fighting for the 2026 Formula 1 world championship rather than shifting focus to its 2027 car. The reigning constructors' champions sit third-fastest so far amid new technical regulations. Norris argues that abandoning the current season rarely pays off.
Oscar Piastri, who narrowly missed the Formula 1 drivers' championship in 2025, has shared his reflections on the season's tough lessons during an interview at McLaren's headquarters. The Australian driver, now preparing for major regulatory changes in 2026, emphasized the positives from his performance and his ongoing rivalry with teammate Lando Norris. Despite the disappointment, Piastri remains optimistic about future success.
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McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has confirmed that the team will continue to offer equal opportunities to drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in the 2026 Formula 1 season. Stella emphasized maintaining the 'McLaren way' of racing, building on the collaborative success achieved in 2024 and 2025. The approach, known as the 'papaya rules,' prioritizes fairness and sportsmanship between the teammates.
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