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Oscar Piastri EXPLODES in fury after British GP penalty drama sends shockwaves through F1

David Castro by David Castro
July 6, 2025
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Oscar Piastri EXPLODES in fury after British GP penalty drama sends shockwaves through F1

Formula One F1 - British Grand Prix - Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Britain - July 6, 2025 McLaren's Oscar Piastri in the pit lane during the race Pool via REUTERS/Andrej Isakovic

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McLaren F1 Sensation Oscar Piastri Explodes in Outrage After British GP Drama

Australian racing prodigy Oscar Piastri found himself at the center of controversy after the British Grand Prix, where his championship lead was significantly slashed to a mere eight points. The McLaren F1 rising star led the race for the most part until a late safety car restart led to a pivotal moment where he incurred a 10-second time penalty from the FIA race stewards.

In a shocking turn of events, Piastri’s actions under the safety car lights drew criticism as he seemed to brake suddenly, forcing competitor Max Verstappen to navigate around him. Despite initially celebrating a McLaren one-two finish on the podium with his teammate, Piastri’s post-race demeanor was far from jubilant. In an interview with Jenson Button, Piastri expressed his frustration, stating, “I’m not going to say much. I’ll get myself in trouble. Apparently you can’t brake behind the safety car anymore.”

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Known for his composed persona, Piastri’s uncharacteristic outburst hinted at underlying tensions and pressure as the championship battle intensifies. The once-relaxed demeanor of the young driver seemed to crack under the weight of the Silverstone race outcome.

The fallout continued post-race as Piastri engaged in discussions with his team and fellow racers, including Nico Hulkenberg, expressing his discontent with the penalty imposed. Despite still maintaining a narrow eight-point lead over his teammate Norris, Piastri’s recent setbacks have allowed Norris to gain momentum with two consecutive wins, narrowing the gap significantly.

As McLaren navigates the challenges of managing their competitive drivers in the remaining races of the season, the once harmonious team dynamic seems to face a new level of complexity. With both Piastri and Norris eyeing the world championship title, tensions are expected to rise as the season progresses.

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