McLaren’s Oscar Piastri has shown significant progress in tyre management during the 2025 Formula 1 season, earning praise from team principal Andrea Stella. Piastri’s improved performance has narrowed the gap to teammate Lando Norris.
Previously criticized for wearing out his tyres quickly, Piastri now demonstrates better consistency and pace over a stint, proving his ability to master tyre degradation. Stella credits Piastri’s dedication and collaboration with engineers for this advancement.
The team attributes Piastri’s progress not only to car improvements but also to his understanding of tyre management techniques. Stella emphasizes the importance of a driver’s skill in preserving tyres and optimizing performance.
Despite Norris showing enhanced performance towards the end of the Miami Grand Prix, Piastri’s strong finish secured the victory. Stella acknowledges Norris’ progress in tyre management and anticipates closer battles between the two McLaren drivers in future races.
