McLaren's Andrea Stella Advises Oscar Piastri to Focus on Driving

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has advised driver Oscar Piastri to stop overthinking his challenges with the MCL40 as he adjusts to the new generation of Formula 1 cars. Piastri, who has had a successful 2025 season with six wins and a total of 284 points, is currently facing difficulties in the ongoing season, where he has yet to secure a victory and sits seventh in the standings.

Stella noted that Piastri's performance could improve if he focuses more on driving rather than his car's issues. He highlighted the need for better qualifying results and closer finishes to podium positions. Piastri's struggles have been attributed to the car's incompatibility with his driving style, which has led to slower lap times.

Piastri acknowledged the challenges he faces with the current car, stating that adapting to changes in driving style is part of the job. He expressed the need for time to find the right approach to improve his performance.