A year without a win – The ugly statistics of Oscar Piastri's 2026 F1 season
31 August 2025. Oscar Piastri won the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, extending his championship lead over McLaren team-mate Lando Norris to 34 points. Red Bull's Max Verstappen was 104 points behind and seemingly out of contention. Over the remainder of that season Piastri didn't win another grand prix and ultimately slipped to third in the standings, a slide accompanied by a flurry of ... Keep…
Oscar Piastri has had a difficult 2026 Formula 1 season, failing to secure another victory after his triumph at the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort. With Max Verstappen trailing by 104 points, Piastri's performance remained inconsistent. While he secured podiums at Suzuka and Miami, he struggled to replicate that success throughout the year.
McLaren's MCL40 concept has been a source of concern, as Piastri has faced difficulties in qualifying and race situations. His more linear driving style tends to cause rear-end slides on lower-grip circuits, leading to increased tyre degradation and reduced top speed. Despite recent upgrades, McLaren has yet to fully recover its form, and Piastri continues to lag behind his teammate, Lando Norris, in terms of wins and pole positions.
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