Oscar Piastri Reflects On Valuable Lessons Learned After F1 Season Finale

Oscar Piastri reflected on the 2025 Formula One season, acknowledging the wealth of experience he gained despite falling short in the championship. In the Abu Dhabi finale, Piastri finished second behind Max Verstappen, with his McLaren teammate Lando Norris securing third and clinching his first world title. Entering the weekend 16 points behind, Piastri knew overtaking both Norris and Verstappen was a tall order.

Piastri's race began promisingly as he overtook Norris on the first lap. However, Norris maintained his composure to become the 35th different title winner in Formula One history. "We gave it everything," Piastri remarked about his performance. He explained that they tried various strategies to win but lacked the necessary pace that day.

Earlier in the season, Piastri led by 34 points after winning the Dutch Grand Prix in August. During that race, Norris retired due to an oil leak while running second. From Saudi Arabia to Mexico City, Piastri topped the standings, but a series of poor results later allowed Norris to surpass him.

Reflecting on his journey, Piastri found it rewarding despite not winning the championship. "It's been a fun challenge," he said. Although some moments were tough, he enjoyed the season overall. He acknowledged learning from Norris and appreciated their mutual growth as drivers.

Piastri expressed satisfaction with his progress over recent years. "I've learned plenty along the way," he noted about gaining insights from Norris's approach during races. This exchange of knowledge has contributed to their success this year and will continue to benefit them in future competitions.

Personal Growth and Future Prospects

Despite ending on a disappointing note, Piastri highlighted valuable lessons learned throughout the season. "When things have been good this year I've felt unstoppable at points," he shared. These experiences taught him how to handle adversity and challenging situations better.

Piastri has faced championship battles before in junior categories but found Formula One more demanding. He believes these experiences will aid him moving forward as he continues to develop his skills and resilience in high-pressure environments.

An incredible battle until the very end. You gave it everything all season. We're so proud of you, Oscar #McLaren | #ThisTeam pic.twitter.com/asrkjwAlu0

- McLaren (@McLarenF1) December 7, 2025

The Australian driver remains optimistic about future seasons with McLaren. He anticipates more intense weekends and close battles ahead, which will further enhance their driving capabilities and contribute to ongoing success for both himself and Norris in upcoming races.