Oscar Piastri: “I know what I have to do”
Oscar Piastri is determined to refine his skills and fight at the front in 2025, learning from past struggles to reach new heights. Piastri
Webber admits Piastri was “outpaced by Norris”
Mark Webber acknowledges Piastri’s struggles against Norris but remains optimistic about his progress and potential for the upcoming F1 season. Former F1 driver Mark
McLaren Confident, But Piastri Stays Wary
Oscar Piastri believes McLaren is in a strong position but remains cautious, stressing uncertainty about rivals’ true performance ahead of Melbourne. Private testing is
Piastri dutifully complied with McLaren F1’s orders for Norris
Oscar Piastri gracefully followed McLaren’s orders, enabling Lando Norris to claim a “charitable” Sprint victory, reinforcing team strategy. Lando Norris had acknowledged that he
Piastri’s McLaren Arrival: Surpassing Expectations Instantly
Piastri’s debut with McLaren showcased his remarkable skills, quickly equaling seasoned drivers and proving his worth from the outset. McLaren F1 race engineer Tom
Piastri Backs McLaren’s Rain Setup Despite Speed Loss
Oscar Piastri defends McLaren’s rear wing choice, emphasizing its effectiveness in enhancing grip despite reduced speed in rainy Interlagos conditions. Oscar Piastri remains unwavering
Red Flag Halts Tsunoda’s Charge After Strategic Gamble
Yuki Tsunoda reflects on a daring wet tyre strategy, frustrated by the red flag but optimistic about RB F1’s strong weekend performance. Yuki Tsunoda
McLaren F1 ‘unable to secure a seat’ for Bortoleto
McLaren clears the way for Gabriel Bortoleto’s career progression, as Audi-Sauber confirms his signing amidst F1’s shifting young driver landscape. McLaren F1 issued a
Piastri Criticises F1 Wet Tyres: “Dangerous and Ineffective”
McLaren’s Oscar Piastri raises concerns over F1’s wet tyre safety, highlighting issues during Brazil’s challenging, rain-soaked race conditions. Oscar Piastri had hoped for a
Stella: McLaren Prioritises Constructors’ Over Drivers’ Title Bid
Andrea Stella confirms McLaren F1’s unwavering focus on securing the constructors’ championship, deeming the drivers’ title a secondary goal. After Max Verstappen’s victory and
“We Lacked the Speed to Compete,” Admits McLaren’s Stella
McLaren’s mixed Sao Paulo GP performance saw Norris and Piastri finish off-podium, but the team extended its lead over Ferrari. Lando Norris and Oscar
Norris Claims Russell Deserved Victory; Verstappen Fortunate
Norris criticises Verstappen’s advantage from red flag, insisting Russell deserved the Brazilian Grand Prix victory after an unlucky turn. Lando Norris’s weekend at the
Verstappen Urges Sauber: Sign Rising Star Bortoleto Now
Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri both endorse Gabriel Bortoleto’s impressive F1 potential, urging Sauber to consider his talent. Gabriel Bortoleto, the Brazilian junior driver
Piastri Ready to Surrender Sprint Win to Teammate Norris
McLaren’s front-row duo eyes Sprint victory, with Piastri prioritising team strategy over personal glory in São Paulo this weekend. Oscar Piastri has claimed pole
Piastri Leads McLaren Front Row for Interlagos Sprint Pole
McLaren secures front row dominance as Piastri claims pole, setting up a thrilling F1 Sprint at Interlagos with Norris alongside. After a single free
Verstappen: FIA Rules ‘Will Never Truly Fit the Fight’
Verstappen doubts FIA rule consistency; Piastri insists some drivers respect the limits, sparking a debate on racing regulations. The main debate in recent weeks
McLaren Unfazed by Ferrari Surge, Piastri Backs Norris’s Bid
Oscar Piastri asserts McLaren’s calm despite Ferrari’s push, maintaining that Norris remains a challenger to Verstappen’s dominance. Oscar Piastri may not have delivered the
Marko: Webber Sought Talks on Potential Piastri Transfer
Mark Webber explores a bold transfer for Piastri, as Red Bull weighs options for future team dynamics. As we reported just over a week
Szafnauer Slams Alpine F1 for ‘Incompetence’ in Piastri Saga
Otmar Szafnauer criticizes Alpine F1 for mishandling the Piastri contract, claiming he was scapegoated for the team’s failures. In 2022, Alpine F1 attempted to
Flattered Piastri Embraces Prost Comparisons in F1 Rise
Oscar Piastri, hailed as a rising star, embraces comparisons to F1 legend Alain Prost, finding similarities in their driving styles. Oscar Piastri is flattered
Piastri Triumphs: Removes Career ‘Question Mark’
Oscar Piastri expressed pride in his Qatar Sprint victory, marking a pivotal moment that addresses doubts about his racing career. It took Oscar Piastri
Piastri Channels Prost in Precision Driving Approach
Oscar Piastri aligns his strategic racing style more with Alain Prost than Ayrton Senna, favoring calculated maneuvers in modern F1 dynamics. Oscar Piastri believes
Piastri Credits Webber for Invaluable F1 Guidance
Oscar Piastri highlights Mark Webber’s crucial role in his journey to F1, emphasizing the invaluable mentorship and guidance. For Oscar Piastri, the experience of
Mark Webber Lauds Piastri’s Stellar F1 Debut
Oscar Piastri, McLaren’s F1 rookie, made an extraordinary impact in his debut season. Mark Webber, his mentor, sees a bright future, but notes the
Full 2025 F1 testing results
1
CARLOS
SAINZ
Leader
2
LEWIS
HAMILTON
+0.031s
3
CHARLES
LECLERC
+0.083s
4
GEORGE
RUSSELL
+0.197s
5
MAX
VERSTAPPEN
+0.218s
6
ALEX
ALBON
+0.302s
7
KIMI
ANTONELLI
+0.436s
8
OSCAR
PIASTRI
+0.592s
Testing Total Distance Covered by Team
1
Mercedes
458
2
Haas
457
3
Racing Bulls
454
4
Alpine
405
5
Williams
395
6
Ferrari
382
Race Center
Australian GP
13 Mar - 16 Mar
FP1
14 MAR 01:30
FP2
14 MAR 05:00
FP3
15 MAR 01:30
QU
15 MAR 05:00
RACE
16 MAR 04:00
F1 CALENDAR 2025
Race
Date
Australian
Albert Park
16 Mar
Chinese
Shanghai International
23 Mar
Japanese
Suzuka Circuit
6 Apr
Bahrain
Sakhir desert
13 Apr
Saudi Arabia
Jeddah Street
20 Apr