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McLaren could be forced to use team orders on Oscar Piastri to aid Lando Norris’s title bid in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have considered the potential of team orders by McLaren in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Norris is currently leading the standings with 408 points, followed closely by Max Verstappen with 396 and Piastri with 392.
There is a scenario where Piastri might need to assist Norris in securing the championship by allowing him to pass for a podium position.
McLaren has stated they will not enforce team orders as long as both drivers have a mathematical chance of winning the title.
Norris mentioned he would not request a swap, leaving the decision to Piastri on whether to assist or not.
Piastri, on the other hand, stated he cannot answer the question until there is a clear directive from the team on what is expected of him.
