Formula 1 has just been rocked to its core. Oscar Piastri has unleashed a jaw-dropping revelation that exposes the chaos brewing inside McLaren — and it all centers on how to stop Max Verstappen’s terrifying comeback charge.
After the disaster in Baku — Piastri’s crash and Norris limping home in P7 — McLaren’s once iron grip on the championship has crumbled overnight. Piastri’s lead has shrunk to a fragile 69 points, and Verstappen’s back-to-back wins have sent shockwaves through Woking.
💣 But here’s the real bombshell: Piastri has hinted that McLaren is secretly debating whether to crown him their official No. 1 driver — effectively silencing Norris in the process. Team boss Andrea Stella is reportedly “losing sleep” over Verstappen’s threat, and insiders claim closed-door meetings have already turned explosive.
To make matters worse, ex-Haas boss Guenther Steiner has publicly demanded Norris play the role of “wingman,” a suggestion that risks tearing McLaren apart. After all, Lando isn’t just a teammate — he’s the golden boy of McLaren’s revival. If the team dares to sideline him, fans warn it could spark a civil war inside the garage.
⏳ The clock is ticking. With only seven races left and the Singapore Grand Prix looming like a battlefield, McLaren stands at a crossroads. If Piastri falters again, Verstappen could blow the championship wide open. If Norris is forced into submission, the backlash could shatter McLaren’s image.
This isn’t just a title fight anymore — it’s a psychological war, a battle for loyalty, and a test of who McLaren truly believes in.
🚨 The big question: Will McLaren throw everything behind Piastri and risk igniting chaos with Norris — or hesitate just long enough for Verstappen to steal the crown?
