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Oscar Piastri absent from McLaren’s ‘victory lap’ tour
Fresh off a tense championship finale, F1’s newest champion Lando Norris and McLaren CEO Zak Brown are embarking on a success tour without Oscar Piastri. In 2025, Norris and Piastri engaged in a intense battle for their first title victory.
Despite Piastri leading for 15 of the 24 rounds, it was Norris who secured victory in Abu Dhabi by a narrow margin. Max Verstappen finished a close second while Piastri settled for third place.
As F1 enters the off-season before a 2026 sport overhaul, Norris and Brown will hold an exclusive event in London on February 22, 2026, reflecting on their recent triumph.
The Victory Lap with Lando Norris & Zak Brown will offer insights into their historic double championship win in 2025, welcoming fan questions on topics ranging from team strategy to the drivers’ championship rivalry.
Tickets for the event will be available starting January 9 on the Fane website, providing fans with the opportunity to engage with the McLaren duo in this unique setting.”
