Oscar Piastri has parted ways with Mark Webber's management team after six years, ending a partnership that delivered him to McLaren and the front of the grid. Webber, a nine-time grand prix winner who guided Piastri since 2019, watched his protégé lead much of the 2025 championship before sliding to third at season's end. The split was mutual, following Webber and partner Ann's reduced trackside presence this season. Both camps framed it as a natural transition — Piastri thanked them for "invaluable" guidance through his F1 debut, while Webber cited their move toward "new ventures." The timing raises questions about who manages Piastri now as he chases a title with McLaren's fastest car in years. A new voice in his ear could shift how aggressively he challenges Norris, or whether McLaren imposes team orders sooner.
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