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Lando beware! Oscar Piastri is out for ‘revenge’
Reigning F1 champion Lando Norris needs to be cautious of his title rival and team-mate Oscar Piastri in 2026, as Piastri is expected to make a strong comeback. Piastri finished third in the drivers’ standings last season after a late surge by Max Verstappen. McLaren faced criticism for favoring Norris over Piastri with team orders in 2025, but the new regulations for 2026 could level the playing field. Both drivers won seven races each in 2025, highlighting the need for equal treatment within the team. The 2026 F1 season will kick off in Melbourne with the Australian Grand Prix on March 8, with pre-season tests scheduled in Bahrain before then. Sky F1 pundit Martin Brundle believes Piastri will return stronger after his P3 finish last year, ready to challenge for his maiden championship.
