In one of the most explosive driver market twists in modern Formula 1, Oscar Piastri has officially confirmed a sensational move to Ferrari, stunning fans, teams, and insiders alike. The young Australian—widely regarded as one of the most gifted talents of his generation—appears to have finally snapped after what sources describe as “systematic internal sabotage” at McLaren.
The announcement comes just hours after a turbulent and chaotic Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where Piastri endured a weekend so plagued with “unexpected technical issues” that many within the paddock now believe it was no coincidence.
🔥 A BAKU DISASTER THAT “WASN’T AN ACCIDENT”
From the moment practice began in Baku, something was clearly off.
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Mysterious engine mode limitations
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Tire degradation far beyond expected windows
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A late qualifying setup change that Piastri reportedly never approved
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A pit strategy described as “career-destroying”
Sources close to the team claim the wildcard factor wasn’t bad luck—but deliberate manipulation.
According to multiple insiders, McLaren’s senior strategy group shifted its focus entirely onto Lando Norris, instructing engineering staff to prioritize upgrades and resource allocation toward the British driver. The result? Piastri found himself relegated to a supporting role, despite having matched—and often beaten—Norris throughout the season.
💥 PIASTRI’S FINAL STRAW — AND THE SECRET FERRARI DEAL
The breaking point came during Sunday’s race when Piastri angrily radioed:
“What are we doing? This is not racing. Something’s wrong with the car — again.”
His suspicion grew stronger after the race when he learned that the McLaren garage had pre-installed differential updates only on Norris’s chassis—updates Piastri had been told were “not ready.”
Behind the scenes, his manager Mark Webber had already prepared an exit strategy. A pre-contract with Ferrari—negotiated quietly over the past two months—was waiting for Piastri’s signal.
After the Azerbaijan debacle, the signal came.
Standing in front of a stunned media room, Piastri confirmed:
“It’s official. I’ll be racing with Ferrari.
The truth is McLaren never wanted me to succeed.”
The words were a direct hit—one McLaren looked utterly unprepared for.
🔥 MCLAREN IN CRISIS — ALLEGATIONS, DOCUMENTS & A TEAM IN FREEFALL
McLaren’s immediate response was shaky, defensive, and unconvincing. Team principal Andrea Stella denied any wrongdoing, but the damage had already been done.
Then came the real bombshell:
Mark Webber reportedly threatened to release internal documents proving sabotage
—unless McLaren stays out of the way and does not try to block the Ferrari move.
The documents allegedly include:
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Internal emails deprioritizing Piastri’s upgrades
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Strategy meeting transcripts showing “driver hierarchy” rules
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Telemetry discrepancies flagged by Piastri’s engineers
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A test schedule proving intentional delays to Piastri’s components
FIA officials are said to be monitoring the situation closely.
🔥 FERRARI’S MASTERPLAN — BUILD A TEAM AROUND PIASTRI
Within Ferrari, the mood is electric.
With Lewis Hamilton’s arrival creating enormous pressure, the Scuderia has been quietly searching for a long-term successor to build its future around.
Piastri is that project.
He is expected to take the seat alongside Hamilton or potentially Carlos Sainz, depending on how Ferrari restructures its lineup for 2025 and beyond. Sources say Ferrari sees Piastri as:
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A generational talent
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A driver capable of delivering multiple championships
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The centerpiece of Ferrari’s revival for the 2026 regulation reset
His arrival marks the team’s most aggressive strategic shift in over a decade.
🔥 NORRIS RELIEVED — BUT AT WHAT COST?
Back at McLaren, Lando Norris is reportedly relieved, believing Piastri’s departure ends the “internal tension” and reaffirms him as the team’s undisputed No.1.
But many wonder whether Norris truly wanted this—or whether the team engineered the environment to protect him.
Regardless, McLaren now finds itself:
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Accused of favoritism
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Accused of sabotage
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Facing a potential FIA investigation
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And losing one of the sport’s brightest rising stars
The damage to their reputation may take years to repair.
THE ROAD TO SINGAPORE — ALL EYES ON THE AFTERSHOCKS
As the Singapore Grand Prix approaches:
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Ferrari must integrate Piastri quickly
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McLaren must recover from a scandal that could explode further
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The FIA may intervene depending on Webber’s evidence
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The driver market is already destabilizing
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And fans are bracing for more revelations
This isn’t just a transfer.
It is a meltdown, a power shift, and possibly the most chaotic driver move since Hamilton joined Mercedes in 2013.
The consequences will echo through Formula 1 for years.
