Piastri reveals ‘clear sign of progress’ in ‘challenging’ year

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri has admitted that his 2026 campaign has been challenging as he struggled to adapt to the new car, following a narrow defeat in the 2025 Drivers' Championship to team mate Lando Norris. After missing the start in Australia and China and facing a podium drought, Piastri recently felt a turning point during the triple header, noting tangible progress in matching his desired performance levels. Piastri explained that many driving techniques that worked for him in the past have caused issues this year, requiring significant mental and technical adjustments to change his approach. Although he acknowledges there is still considerable room for improvement, he remains focused on extracting the strengths of the MCL40 at the upcoming United States Grand Prix while managing expectations amidst fierce competition.