There’s been bombshell report suggesting Oscar Piastri wants out of McLaren. There’s been recent tensions between Piastri and teammate Lando Norris have sparked debate about the team’s dynamics. The controversy began when Norris attempted to overtake Piastri during the Singapore Grand Prix, resulting in a collision that left Piastri visibly frustrated.
The incident occurred when Norris tried to pass Piastri at Turn 2 on the first lap, causing their cars to make contact. Norris managed to continue racing, albeit with damage to his car, while Piastri expressed his frustration over the team radio. Despite the incident, Norris finished third, and Piastri came in fourth, contributing to McLaren’s constructors’ championship win.
Piastri’s absence from McLaren’s championship celebrations on the podium has also sparked speculation. According to the team, Piastri was in the media pen and couldn’t make it to the podium due to the distance between the sections of the track. Norris’s presence on the podium was reportedly an impromptu decision, and the team’s celebration wasn’t heavily planned.
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has emphasized the importance of fairness and consistency in the team’s decision-making. The team’s approach to managing the internal rivalry between Piastri and Norris will be crucial in determining the outcome of the championship. With seven races remaining, Piastri holds a 22-point lead over Norris in the drivers’ championship.
As the championship battle intensifies, McLaren’s ability to maintain a harmonious relationship between its drivers will be put to the test. Piastri’s recent frustrations have led some fans to defend Norris, telling Piastri to “stop crying” and focus on racing. However, others believe Piastri has every right to express his frustration given the competitive nature of the sport.
