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Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri’s fight for the title at McLaren stayed close right up until the end of the season. Norris edged out his teammate by 13 points, although Red Bull’s Max Verstappen finished second overall, leaving Piastri in third place.

Formula One News / HITC / January 23

Lando Norris reveals how he really feels about Oscar Piastri with Lewis Hamilton comparison

Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri are gearing up for a fourth straight season together at McLaren in 2026. Their partnership came under closer scrutiny during their head-to-head battle for the 2025 F1 title.

Formula One News / HITC / January 22

Why McLaren were told that replacing Daniel Ricciardo with Oscar Piastri was a mistake

Oscar Piastri is gearing up for another Formula 1 season, but this time, he’s the only Aussie on the grid. Jack Doohan lost his Alpine seat after just six rounds of the 2025 season and hasn’t found a way back in.

Formula One News / Motorsport / January 20

Oscar Piastri pushes back on McLaren's papaya rules debate ahead of 2026 season

McLaren’s championship contender says the controversial team policy was “a much smaller deal” behind the scenes Oscar Piastri has once again played down McLaren's so-called papaya rules, insisting that the idea behind them was sound despite them coming under intense scrutiny throughout the 2025 Formula 1 season.

Formula One News / HITC / January 17

Oscar Piastri backs McLaren to adapt well to new F1 regulations

McLaren will be looking to defend their constructors’ title for a second straight season, and Oscar Piastri is confident he’ll have the right car for the job.

Formula One News / Motorsport / January 16

Oscar Piastri’s Google ad slips in ruthless Alpine joke fans can’t unsee

Fans clocked a papaya-coloured Easter egg referencing the 2022 contract drama A recent Google Pixel advert starring Oscar Piastri has gone viral after it landed a joke at the expense of the Alpine Formula 1 team - a squad the Australian driver rejected as he took a seat at McLaren.

Formula One News / HITC / January 15

Oscar Piastri sets timeline for McLaren decision as Ferrari and Red Bull interest grows

Oscar Piastri committed his future to McLaren with a long-term deal before emerging as a title contender in the 2025 F1 season, but his stay might not last the length of his contract.

Formula One News / HITC / January 14

Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri told why they should not compare themselves to Ayrton Senna

Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri helped McLaren win back-to-back constructors’ championships in 2024 and 2025, something the team hadn’t done since Ayrton Senna’s time in 1991.

Formula One News / HITC / January 14

What Isack Hadjar learned from Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri after Dutch Grand Prix

Isack Hadjar reveals what he learned from Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri after his first F1 podium. Isack Hadjar’s first Formula 1 podium wasn’t just a milestone — it was also a learning experience for the young driver.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / January 10

Formula 1 News: Is Oscar Piastri Better Off Leaving McLaren after the 2026 Season?

Oscar Piastri (pictured) faces a defining career decision ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season. Oscar Piastri’s rapid progression since entering Formula 1 places him among the sport’s elite young … Read More

Formula One News / HITC / January 10

Mercedes rivals push for mid-season rule change ahead of 2026 title fight

Before last year’s Spanish Grand Prix, the FIA tightened regulations around front-wing flexibility, a move that was expected to shake up the competitive order.

Formula One News / Motorsport / January 5

Oscar Piastri reveals F1’s unofficial “UNO” world championship and George Russell’s “questionable” rules

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri has revealed he, George Russell and Alex Albon held an “UNO" World Championship during travel days McLaren driver Oscar Piastri has revealed that he, George Russell and Alex Albon held an "UNO World Championship" that took place during travel days between some of the races of the 2025 Formula 1 season.

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / January 3

The Gamble That Paid Off: Piastri Looks Back on the Alpine Saga

It is easy to look at the paddock today and see a seasoned winner, but the road to the grid wasn’t exactly a straight shot for the Australian ace. Sitting

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Formula One News / Motorsport / January 3

Oscar Piastri reflects on controversial Alpine F1 contract saga

Back in 2022, Oscar Piastri forwent an Alpine F1 promotion after signing a contract with McLaren for his grand prix debut Oscar Piastri has reflected on the contractual saga that occurred in mid-2022, when he signed a McLaren Formula 1 deal as an Alpine junior.

Formula One News / HITC / January 2

Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri told why McLaren could have the edge in 2026

Lando Norris led McLaren to their first championship double in 27 years, and they may be set for another strong run under the new 2026 rules. The start of the year brings a major shift in F1, with sweeping changes to engine, chassis, aerodynamics and tyre regulations.

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 31

F1 2025 recap: Oscar Piastri’s form falters to miss out on ultimate prize

After leading the Formula 1 championship, Piastri’s form fell off in the closing stages to finish the year in third After taking victory in the Dutch Grand Prix, Oscar Piastri was sitting pretty at the top of the Formula 1 championship.

Formula One News / HITC / December 26

Why Oscar Piastri’s 2025 Season could fefine his F1 future

Oscar Piastri let the 2025 F1 title slip through his fingers despite being in control of the championship at the midway point of the season. His biggest issue came during a stretch where he failed to finish on the podium for six races in a row, and McLaren struggled to find answers for his drop in form.

Formula One News / HITC / December 26

How much every F1 driver’s crashes in 2025 cost their teams

How Norris and Piastri’s on-track success came with a hefty cost The 2025 Formula 1 season delivered historic success for McLaren as Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri secured the team’s first constructors’ and drivers’ championship double since 1998.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / December 16

Oscar Piastri Sends Prayers After Tragic Bondi Beach Shooting

Formula 1 driver Oscar Piastri has shared a heartfelt message following the tragic shooting at Bondi Beach, expressing his sorrow for the victims and admiration for those who responded in the aftermath of the incident.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / December 11

Piastri: 'I don’t have any concerns' about unequal treatment

Although Max Verstappen was only two points away from winning a fifth consecutive title, the Dutchman was composed after crossing the final chequered flag of the year.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / December 7

Oscar Piastri Makes Emotional Speech After Abu Dhabi F1 Heartbreak

Heading into the season, Oscar Piastri was an afterthought on most fans' minds regarding the 2025 Drivers' Championship, who most people thought would be won by either McLaren teammate Lando Norris or four-time champion Max Verstappen.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / December 5

Oscar Piastri Reveals Crucial Factor That Could Help Him Secure Abu Dhabi Pole

At the midpoint of the 2025 season, Oscar Piastri was nine points ahead of teammate Lando Norris in the race for the 2025 Drivers' Championship. A win at Zandvoort, which also saw teammate Norris retire, propelled the gap to 34 points, giving the 24-year-old strong positioning to run away with the title.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / December 5

McLaren may cost itself the Drivers' Championship due to favoritism

Oscar Piastri has a chance to win the title, but needs a miracle to do so and may have his chances hindered by his own team, which could come in the form of team orders.

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Formula One News / Yardbarker / December 2

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Formula One News / Athlon Sports / November 15

Oscar Piastri Predicted to Leave McLaren After Multi-Year Contract Ends

Oscar Piastri is under contract with the McLaren Formula 1 Team until at least the end of 2028. However, recent comments from former Haas boss Guenther Steiner suggest the Australian’s stay at McLaren may not extend beyond that point.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / November 11

F1 Announces More Punishment for Oscar Piastri After Brazil GP

The Formula 1 governing body, FIA, has officially handed down additional punishment to McLaren’s Oscar Piastri, who had already served a 10-second time penalty, following his collision with Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli during the 2025 São Paulo Grand Prix.