Oscar Piastri armored in McLaren

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Oscar Piastri, McLaren until 2026

Oscar Piastri remains at McLaren.

In fact, the Woking team announced the extension of the contract until the end of the 2026 season with the Australian driver.

"I am thrilled to extend my partnership with McLaren for many years – his first words -. I want to fight at the top with this team and I am excited about the vision and the foundation that has already been laid to get there. The’welcome I have received and the relationships I have established make me feel at home. The team’s unwavering commitment to me has made me feel incredibly valued, and the team’s desire to make me part of their long-term future made the decision easy. To be wanted in this way and to see the team show that they believe soì much in me after only half a season, means a lot".

"Oscar è an asset to McLaren and consistently impresses with his performance, work ethic and attitude– explained team principal Andrea Stella, who has been at the helm of the team since this year– so è it was an easy decision to make. He has already proven to be instrumental to the team, so è it’s great to have his trust as we try to get back to winning ways. I look forward to seeing him grow with us as we go through this journey together".

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