What does Norris deal mean for Piastri? F1 Q&A

Ahead of the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson addressed questions about what Lando Norris’s contract extension means for Oscar Piastri. Benson said there is “some tension” behind the scenes and pointed to a dip in Piastri’s performance this season compared with 2025, when he looked on track for a first world title before his campaign unraveled. This year, Norris has won two races, while Piastri has only been in victory contention at Hungary. Benson cited qualifying head-to-head stats showing Norris ahead 12–4, and explained factors such as grip-limited high-speed corners and reduced downforce affecting Piastri’s comfort in low-grip conditions.