Piastri has thrown his support behind fellow Aussie Jack Doohan after continued reports of his drive being under pressure. Oscar Piastri has backed Jack Doohan – the second Australian on this year’s F1 grid – as deserving of his place in the sport after ongoing reports his position is already under threat.

Australian racer cites long-term contracts for key McLaren F1 staff among "natural" reasons to stay with the team

Oscar Piastri said Thursday it was a "no-brainer" to commit his long-term future to McLaren while playing down expectations of victory at his home Grand Prix in Australia this week. His teammate Lando Norris has also been tied down long-term,