[Saba Sports News] After the conclusion of the 2025 season, McLaren driver Oscar Piastri returned to Australia for a vacation. While watching the Ashes Test match between Australia and England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, he unexpectedly became the target of jokes from England fans. During the match, the traveling England supporters loudly chanted, teasing Piastri with “You’re not as good as Norris.”
Faced with the jeers and banter, Piastri didn’t mind at all; instead, he laughed and responded, easing the atmosphere. Australian media reported that Piastri was smiling as he walked along the sidelines and even joined in on the chants, clearly taking it as a lighthearted joke, as he realized that the English fans’ teasing was not meant to be malicious.
In fact, after winning the F1 World Championship, Norris has publicly praised his teammate’s talent multiple times, stating that Piastri’s excellent performances have forced him to tap into more of his potential. Norris believes that the positive competition between them enhances driving details, mental resilience, and the quality of behind-the-scenes preparation. Although this complicates team strategy, it’s a necessary cost of competing for the championship.