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Oscar Piastri agreed to McLaren switching his and Lando Norris’ positions late on in the F1 Italian GP, saying it was “fair,” emphasising he had the team’s “culture to protect”.
Oscar Piastri accepted McLaren’s request to switch positions with Lando Norris in the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix to protect the team’s culture. Piastri was running third, with Norris in second about to pit, but Norris offered Piastri to pit first to solidify his podium place. A slow pitstop for Norris allowed Piastri to take second place, but McLaren asked Piastri to give the position back to Norris, emphasizing fairness. Piastri complied, acknowledging the team’s request and the importance of upholding team culture. Such situations are regularly discussed within the team, and Piastri stated he wouldn’t regret the decision if it impacted the title fight in Norris’ favor, as the championship should be decided by performances.
