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Oscar Piastri fans rage as Lando Norris’s champion homecoming video faces epic gatecrash

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December 13, 2025
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Oscar Piastri fans rage as Lando Norris’s champion homecoming video faces epic gatecrash
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Lando Norris’s triumphant homecoming as the newly crowned Formula 1 champion has sparked a fiery backlash from fans of his teammate, Oscar Piastri, who are demanding recognition and justice. While Norris celebrated his first title at the McLaren Technology Centre amidst a shower of vibrant papaya confetti and cheers from his team, the online community erupted with discontent over Piastri’s conspicuous absence from the celebratory posts.

The tension between the two drivers reached a boiling point after a gripping season where Norris dramatically closed a 34-point deficit, ultimately seizing his championship title in Abu Dhabi. However, the jubilation was overshadowed by fans questioning McLaren’s decision to overlook Piastri, who was also in fierce contention for the title. One passionate supporter lamented, “And what about Oscar? He was also close to winning, or have you forgotten?” Another fan echoed the sentiment, asserting, “Oscar still the talent,” while a third suggested a deeper conspiracy within the team: “Should’ve been Oscar but you guys handed it over to Lando.”

The championship battle has been marred by conspiracy theories and accusations of favoritism directed at McLaren, particularly following the controversial events during the Italian Grand Prix. Fans were left bewildered when a slow pit stop for Norris allowed Piastri to overtake him on track, only for the team to order Piastri to relinquish his position back to Norris. This controversial move, dubbed “papaya rules” by disgruntled fans, has ignited fierce debates about the team’s dynamics. Prominent figures like former F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone have also weighed in, questioning why McLaren would enforce such a swap over a racing incident deemed normal.

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Despite the swirling controversy, team principals Zak Brown and Andrea Stella have staunchly denied any bias towards Norris, asserting that both drivers were given a fair chance to race. Nevertheless, following the Italian GP, Piastri’s performance took a noticeable dip, leading to crashes and a jump start in Baku, and he was unable to secure a single victory for the remainder of the season.

As Norris basks in the glory of his championship win, the shadow of Piastri’s untapped potential looms large, leaving fans pondering what could have been. The drama between these two talented drivers continues to unfold, with McLaren caught in the crossfire of fan outrage and conspiracy theories. Will the team’s internal battles overshadow their racing success? Only time will tell as the F1 world keeps a close eye on the developments at McLaren.

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