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McLaren Team-Mates Set for Title Duel as F1 Returns at Zandvoort

Oscar Piastri says his relationship with Lando Norris remains calm heading into the final 10 races.

Charles Leclerc and George Russell are closing on Max Verstappen
Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Scuderia Ferrari looks on in the Drivers Press Conference during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps on July 24, 2025 in Spa, Belgium.
Oscar Piastri has praised Mark Webber's advice in his championship battle with Lando Norris. Image: XPB Images
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Overview

  • Piastri leads the Drivers' Championship by nine points over Norris with 10 rounds remaining after Norris' win in Hungary.
  • McLaren holds a commanding Constructors' lead of about 299 points and has won 11 of 14 Grands Prix this season.
  • Piastri says any competitive edge has not spilled off track and credits mentor Mark Webber's advice in handling the pressure.
  • McLaren continues to allow on-track racing under strict no-contact guidelines, with Canada the lone clash that was swiftly resolved.
  • Lewis Hamilton posted a reflective message to "keep going" after a tough first Ferrari half-season without a podium, and Cadillac's 2026 driver lineup remains unconfirmed with Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Pérez linked and announcements expected after the Dutch GP.