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Mark Webber steps back as Oscar Piastri embraces new support team for thrilling F1 2026 season

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
February 11, 2026
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Mark Webber steps back as Oscar Piastri embraces new support team for thrilling F1 2026 season

Oscar Piastri Poised for Greatness as Mark Webber Takes a Backseat in 2026!

In a stunning turn of events that could reshape the landscape of Formula 1, Oscar Piastri is gearing up for his fourth season with McLaren in 2026, and the stakes couldn't be higher! After a rollercoaster ride in the previous seasons, Piastri has emerged as a formidable force, with two thrilling victories under his belt in 2024 and a remarkable performance that saw him vie for the championship during McLaren’s dominant 2025 campaign. With seven victories to match teammate Lando Norris, Piastri even held a commanding 34-point lead at one point following an intense race at the Dutch Grand Prix last August. However, the pressure of the competition took its toll, leading to just three podium finishes in the final nine races, ultimately placing him third in the championship standings.

As the dust settles on the 2025 season, where Norris clinched his first world title at the climactic Abu Dhabi finale, Piastri is ready to charge forward. But there’s a significant shift on the horizon: Mark Webber, the seasoned racer and pivotal figure in Piastri's career, is stepping back from his trackside support role. For the upcoming 2026 season, Webber will be focusing on commercial and contractual matters, allowing the talented Portuguese engineer, Matos, to take the reins at the majority of races.

Sources have confirmed that while Webber will still maintain his advisory role and attend select races, Matos is set to take on a more prominent position, being present for most, if not all, of the 24-race season. Matos, who was instrumental as Piastri's race engineer during his championship-winning season in Formula 2 back in 2021, has proven his mettle in the high-stakes world of motorsport. With a spectacular six race victories in that season, Piastri is following a legacy that includes iconic drivers like Charles Leclerc and George Russell, who also triumphed in F3 and F2 in consecutive years.

In a bid to further bolster his performance, Piastri will continue to collaborate with Emma Murray, a renowned sports psychologist from Australia, who has played a crucial role in honing the mental toughness required to thrive at the pinnacle of motorsport. As Piastri prepares to navigate the challenges of the 2026 season, the added expertise of Matos is set to provide invaluable support on race weekends.

With the anticipation building for the upcoming season, Formula 1 fans and experts alike are eager to see how these changes will impact Piastri's trajectory. Will he rise to the occasion and challenge for the title once more? Only time will tell! For the latest insider information straight from the F1 paddock, enthusiasts are encouraged to join dedicated channels and subscribe to exclusive content platforms to stay ahead of the curve in this electrifying sport.

As the engines roar back to life, all eyes will be on Oscar Piastri—will he seize the moment or falter under pressure? The countdown to the 2026 F1 season has begun, and it promises to be a thrilling spectacle!

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