George Russell was seen looking around for Lando Norris in parc ferme after qualifying on Friday at the Qatar Grand Prix, unaware that the McLaren driver’s best lap had been deleted for exceeding track limits. Reigning World Champion Max Verstappen claimed pole position for Sunday’s race, provisionally ahead of Norris, George Russell and Oscar Piastri.
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Matt Howson, a Le Mans champion and driver coach, recently shared his insights and connections with multiple drivers on the current Formula 1 grid during an episode of the On Track GP Podcast. Having coached several of these drivers as they transitioned from karting to single-seater racing, Howson has had the unique opportunity to witness
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In a candid interview with McLaren’s official social media channel, Australian sensation Oscar Piastri, who has been making waves in his debut Formula 1 season, shared insights into his career and personal aspirations. Piastri, who recently inked a contract extension with McLaren, revealed that he might have pursued a career as an engineer if he
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Oscar Piastri has admitted that he does “completely understand” why Lando Norris receives upgrades first, with the rookie having often received them a race after the British driver. Norris has received preferential treatment this season when it comes to receiving upgrades, with McLaren having prioritised the more experienced driver. This has been the case when
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Oscar Piastri has revealed that he agreed to a two-year contract extension as it brings “nice confidence” to himself and McLaren, with the rookie now being contracted to the team until the end of 2026. Piastri joined the Formula 1 grid this season on a two-year deal taking him to the end of 2024; however,
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Frederic Vasseur, team principal of Ferrari, has provided insights into McLaren’s Formula 1 recovery, emphasising that their resurgence began even before their significant step forward in Austria. McLaren, based in Woking, initially faced challenges in the 2023 season, falling short of their development targets for their car in the lead-up to pre-season testing. Their struggles
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Lando Norris has openly admitted that he’s had to work a “little bit harder” this season following the arrival of rookie Oscar Piastri, who replaced Daniel Ricciardo. The former Formula 2 and Formula 3 Champion has settled into Formula 1 and into McLaren quicker than anyone could’ve ever imagined, with him already being an F1
MoreMcLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri engaged in a humorous episode of Goggle Games during the Singapore Grand Prix weekend. This rare glimpse into their camaraderie showcased a bond that transcended the fierce competition on the racetrack. Throughout the season, fans of Formula 1 have witnessed Norris and Piastri relentlessly pushing each other on
MoreOscar Piastri’s journey through the world of Formula 1 has been nothing short of remarkable, and his recent five days at Suzuka added another layer of significance to his burgeoning career. Piastri’s arrival in Japan coincided with the announcement of his new long-term contract, binding him to McLaren until 2026, reinforcing the team’s belief in
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Lando Norris faces a crucial decision as his contract with McLaren approaches its expiration in 2025. While rumours have swirled about the possibility of Norris joining Red Bull to team up with Max Verstappen, experts and insiders are urging the young British driver to remain loyal to McLaren, citing the team’s recent significant improvements. Norris,
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