'Hungrier to stay..' - Oscar Piastri on extending contract with McLaren

Oscar Piastri's multi-year contract extension with McLaren was announced before the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, which kicks off the season. This comes after important members, such as teammate Lando Norris, team principal Andrea Stella, and CEO Zak Brown, recently received extensions. Initially contracted through 2026, Piastri has made a steady impression since joining McLaren, securing his spot on the team. 

Last year when McLaren won its first constructors' championship since 1998, he finished fourth overall after winning in Hungary and Azerbaijan last season. Oscar Piastri and McLaren will have stability as they concentrate on upcoming seasons thanks to this extension, even though the precise length of the contract has not been made public. 'It’s a great feeling knowing that I’m part of McLaren’s long-term vision. “I’m very proud to be continuing to represent this legendary team for many years to come." “I’m excited to fight for the big prizes as a McLaren driver and after last year’s fantastic achievements, it has made me even hungrier to stay at the sharp end."

Excited for many more years of this pic.twitter.com/O5Brwa1Ogi

— Oscar Piastri (@OscarPiastri) March 11, 2025

As the team is anticipated to maintain its competitiveness in 2025, Piastri is in a strong position to contend with Norris and Max Verstappen of Red Bull for the championship. Oscar Piastri's multi-year contract extension with McLaren was announced prior to the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, which kicks off the season.  This comes after important members, such as teammate Lando Norris, team principal Andrea Stella, and CEO Zak Brown, recently received extensions. 

Oscar Piastri wants to win title with McLaren

Initially contracted through 2026, Piastri has made a steady impression since joining McLaren, securing his spot on the team. While McLaren won its first constructors' championship since 1998, he finished fourth overall after winning in Hungary and Azerbaijan last season. Piastri and McLaren will have stability as they concentrate on upcoming seasons thanks to this extension, even though the precise length of the contract has not been made public. 

Friday is the first practice for the F1 season opener at Albert Park on Sunday. Piastri, who will be 24 next month and intends to compete for the championship this year, said it was wonderful to be a part of McLaren's long-term plans. As the only driver to finish every racing lap in 2024, Piastri finished fourth overall and won a sprint race in his debut season.