Sun Mar 16 03:40:00 UTC 2025: ## McLaren Extends Piastri’s Contract Through Long-Term Deal
**Melbourne, Australia** – McLaren has announced a multi-year contract extension with Australian driver Oscar Piastri, securing his services for the “long term.” The 23-year-old, who joined McLaren in 2023, has enjoyed a stellar two seasons, including two Grand Prix wins, six podium finishes, a Sprint victory, and a career-best fourth place in the 2024 Drivers’ Championship. His consistent performance was instrumental in McLaren securing the 2024 Constructors’ Championship, their first since 1998.
Piastri expressed his delight at continuing his journey with McLaren, praising the team’s belief in him and the collaborative environment at the team. Team Principal Andrea Stella highlighted Piastri’s talent, determination, and positive contribution to the team’s culture. McLaren CEO Zak Brown echoed this sentiment, emphasizing Piastri’s value both on and off the track, and the team’s confidence in their strong driver line-up with Piastri and Lando Norris.
This announcement comes as McLaren gears up for the 2025 Australian Grand Prix, where Lando Norris secured pole position ahead of Piastri and Max Verstappen in qualifying. The team’s long-term commitment to Piastri, along with previous contract extensions for Norris, Brown, and Stella, signals significant stability within the McLaren organization as they continue their push for future World Championships. The Australian Grand Prix is set to be the season opener, under the threat of rain.
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