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Oscar Piastri Defies Team McLaren: Rejects Critical Front Suspension Upgrade at Spa!

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
July 24, 2025
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Oscar Piastri Defies Team McLaren: Rejects Critical Front Suspension Upgrade at Spa!

Formula One F1 - Canadian Grand Prix - Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Montreal, Quebec, Canada - June 14, 2025 McLaren's Oscar Piastri talks to press after qualifying in third place REUTERS/Jennifer Gauthier

Young racing sensation Oscar Piastri is making waves in the Formula 1 world, but not just for his skills on the track. The McLaren driver is causing a stir by refusing to use teammate Lando Norris’s front suspension setup, a move that could have major implications for their internal battle and the championship race.

As Piastri heads into the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps, he finds himself in a fierce competition not only with other drivers but also with Norris within the McLaren team. Despite leading the championship, Piastri is feeling the pressure as Norris has been closing in on him in the standings, gaining 14 points in the last two races.

What makes this rivalry even more intense is Piastri’s decision to steer clear of using the front suspension geometry adjustment that has been boosting Norris’s performance. In a bold statement, Piastri revealed during a pre-race press conference that he had tested the setup on the simulator but chose not to implement it on the actual car yet, citing the upcoming developments McLaren is working on.

While Piastri remains unfazed by his recent setbacks, including a penalty at Silverstone that cost him a potential victory, the young driver is gearing up for the second half of the season with determination. Confident in his driving abilities and the team’s support, Piastri is ready to face the challenges that lie ahead and maintain his momentum in the championship battle.

With tensions rising between the McLaren drivers both on and off the track, all eyes are on Piastri and Norris as they navigate the intricacies of team dynamics and individual ambitions. Will Piastri’s strategic choices pay off, or will Norris’s technical advantage give him the edge in the races to come? The battle for supremacy at McLaren is heating up, and the world is watching to see who will come out on top.

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