Oscar Piastri DISAGREES with Norris on Red Bull Ar…read more

In a surprising twist within the McLaren camp, Oscar Piastri has publicly disagreed with teammate Lando Norris over comments regarding Red Bull’s current performance advantage in Formula 1. The Australian driver believes that the gap between teams isn’t as large as Norris suggested after the most recent Grand Prix.

Following the race, Norris expressed frustration with what he described as Red Bull’s “unreachable pace,” suggesting that despite recent upgrades, McLaren and others remain far behind the defending champions. However, Piastri offered a different perspective, emphasizing that recent results show the field is tightening.

“I think if you look at the last few races, the margins are actually very small,” Piastri said during a media session. “It’s easy to focus on Max [Verstappen] winning, but if you look closer, qualifying gaps and race pace between the top teams have been much closer than earlier in the season.”

Piastri’s comments hint at growing confidence within the McLaren garage, especially after his own strong performances in recent races. The team has been steadily improving, and while they may not yet be consistent race winners, they’re clearly on the rise.

This rare difference in opinion between the typically aligned teammates has sparked discussions among fans and pundits. Some see it as a healthy difference in outlook, while others wonder if McLaren’s internal dynamics are beginning to shift as the battle for podiums heats up.

The upcoming races will reveal whether Piastri’s optimism is well-founded or if Norris’s concerns prove true.