Oscar Piastri has elaborated on the rationale for Mark Webber taking on a reduced role alongside him in F1 this season.
Oscar Piastri revealed that manager Mark Webber will have a reduced role at F1 race weekends, though maintaining involvement in Piastri’s career overall. Piastri’s relationship with Webber has evolved since 2019, as Piastri gains more experience in the sport. Race engineer Pedro Matos has taken on a more significant trackside role due to Webber’s decreased physical presence. Piastri emphasized that the restructuring is a natural progression reflecting his maturation as an F1 driver. Despite less hands-on involvement, Webber’s mentorship has been crucial in guiding Piastri through his rookie F1 season and beyond. Piastri now feels more confident in navigating the paddock independently, showcasing his growth as a professional driver. The shift signifies Piastri’s increasing ability to make decisions and ask questions autonomously as he progresses in his F1 career.
