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McLaren are confident Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris can avoid a fallout amid their F1 title duel.
McLaren expects Piastri and Norris to maintain their friendship despite fighting for the 2025 F1 world championship within the team. The drivers are currently 15 points apart in the standings, with Max Verstappen trailing by 61 points. Norris took responsibility for an incident in Canada to swiftly resolve the issue and move forward. McLaren’s CEO Zak Brown is confident in the drivers’ relationship, emphasizing the importance of team chemistry. The team will continue to allow Piastri and Norris to race each other under the ‘Papaya Rules’ regardless of championship positioning. Norris successfully defended his position against Piastri in the Austrian Grand Prix, showcasing clean and competitive racing. Brown commended the drivers for their performance and anticipates a continued strong partnership within the team.
