McLaren F1 Boss Warns of Inevitable Collision between Norris, Piastri

McLaren CEO Zak Brown has stated that an on-track clash between teammates Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris is inevitable this F1 season as both drivers compete for the world championship. Piastri currently leads Norris by 10 points and is aiming for a third consecutive win, while Norris is looking to recover after a challenging few races. Despite being instructed to race without risking contact under the team's 'papaya rules,' Brown believes a racing incident is unavoidable over the course of a long season. He emphasized that both drivers are highly competitive but not prone to reckless behavior, so any incident would likely be minor. McLaren, having won last year’s constructors’ championship, holds a strong performance advantage over rivals such as Red Bull, Ferrari, and Mercedes, with Max Verstappen trailing Piastri by 12 points in the driver standings. Team principal Andrea Stella also expressed confidence in Piastri’s control and decision-making during high-pressure race moments, citing his recent bold overtakes as evidence of his composure.