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Oscar Piastri hints at change to controversial McLaren ‘papaya rules’
McLaren F1 driver Oscar Piastri suggested that adjustments might still be made to the team’s papaya rules for the 2026 season. He narrowly missed out on the championship last year while teammate Lando Norris secured the title in Abu Dhabi. Despite leading the championship for 15 rounds, Piastri finished third overall, reflecting on both positive and negative lessons learned. Piastri acknowledged concerns about McLaren’s controversial team orders, especially during the 2025 Italian Grand Prix. The driver hinted at ongoing discussions within the team regarding potential changes to their racing strategies for the upcoming season. Piastri emphasized the importance of reviewing and potentially tweaking their approach to ensure smoother operations on the track.
