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Oscar Piastri has revealed McLaren have made changes to the much maligned papaya rules for the 2026 F1 season after a number of controversies in 2025.
Oscar Piastri confirmed that McLaren has made changes to the papaya rules for the 2026 Formula 1 season due to controversies in 2025.
Last season, McLaren experienced a scenario where both their drivers were in contention for the world championship, winning a total of 14 out of 25 races.
Despite a dominant season, McLaren faced challenges with their “papaya rules” governing intra-team racing leading to controversies in races like Monza and Singapore.
Piastri acknowledges the need for streamlining the rules to avoid similar issues in the future, ensuring a more positive racing environment.
Reflecting on his first title challenge, Piastri believes it was fair but acknowledges the room for improvement in handling situations in elite sport and Formula 1.
As McLaren gears up for the 2026 campaign, Piastri and the team aim to work together and strengthen their performance while adapting to potential changes in team dynamics.
