Oscar Piastri Bursts into Laughter as Lando Norris’ Ambitious Weight Loss Goal Goes Awry!
In a captivating twist within the fast-paced world of Formula 1, Oscar Piastri found himself in stitches after his McLaren teammate Lando Norris unveiled a personal goal that hilariously backfired. Last season, Norris celebrated a monumental victory, becoming F1’s 35th driver champion after a nail-biting contest that saw him fend off the fierce competition from both Piastri and four-time champion Max Verstappen, ultimately clinching the title at the thrilling Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Despite Piastri leading the championship for most of the season, Norris snatched the crown in a dramatic fashion, aided by a series of controversial team orders and an impressive late-season surge following the 2025 Mexican GP. With the dawn of new regulations for 2026 looming, both drivers took a reflective trip down memory lane to discuss their predictions for the 2025 season, and not all of them hit the mark.
In a lively video shared across McLaren’s social media platforms, the dynamic duo revealed their forecasts for the previous season. The banter began with Piastri showcasing his prediction prowess, claiming there would be nine different winners across the 24 races. However, reality struck hard, as only four drivers—Norris, Piastri himself, Verstappen, and George Russell—managed to cross the finish line first.
Norris, with a touch of accuracy, predicted that Williams would snag a race win or a podium finish, which came true as the Grove-based team celebrated two podiums thanks to their new star, Carlos Sainz. Yet, it was Norris’ personal weight loss goal that sent Piastri into a fit of laughter.
“I put, ‘I’m going to lose three kilograms,'” Norris confessed, eliciting a cheeky response from Piastri: “How’d that go for you?” To the delight of viewers, Norris sheepishly admitted, “I put on two kilograms,” leading to a burst of laughter from the pair, showcasing their camaraderie and lighthearted nature amidst the high stakes of F1 racing.
As fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming 2026 season, both Piastri and Norris are set to return to the track, kicking off their campaign in Melbourne at the Australian Grand Prix. The action-packed first race is scheduled for March 8 at 3 PM local time (AEDT), which translates to 4 AM GMT and 11 PM ET. Pre-season testing will set the stage for the season ahead, with the first round taking place in Bahrain from February 11 to 13, followed by another round from February 18 to 20.
Stay tuned as these McLaren stars gear up for what promises to be an electrifying season, filled with speed, strategy, and moments that leave fans roaring with laughter!
