Oscar Piastri Secures Long-Term McLaren Deal Ahead of Australian Grand Prix

The 23-year-old Australian extends his contract with McLaren as he prepares to challenge for the 2025 Formula 1 season title.

Oscar Piastri has signed a multi-year contract extension with McLaren, extending his tenure beyond 2026 and solidifying his role in the team's long-term vision.
The Australian driver enters the 2025 Formula 1 season after helping McLaren win its first Constructors' Championship since 1998 and finishing fourth in the 2024 Drivers' Championship.
Piastri claimed two Grand Prix victories in 2024, in Hungary and Azerbaijan, and is expected to contend for the Drivers' Championship this season alongside teammate Lando Norris.
McLaren CEO Zak Brown and Team Principal Andrea Stella praised Piastri's talent, work ethic, and cultural fit, emphasizing his value to the team's ongoing success.
The 2025 season kicks off this weekend with the Australian Grand Prix in Piastri's hometown of Melbourne, where McLaren is seen as a strong contender for victory.