--- title: "Oscar Piastri: Career, Achievements, and Rise in Formula 1" description: "Oscar Piastri’s rise in Formula 1: junior titles, McLaren contract drama, Grand Prix wins, and his breakthrough seasons in 2024 and 2025." image: https://blog.imago-images.com/hubfs/IMAGO%20Header_1200x600%20(34).webp --- [![IMAGO Logo](https://blog.imago-images.com/hubfs/Marketing/02_branding/imago-logo.svg)](https://www.imago-images.com) - [Editorial](https://www.imago-images.com/editorial) - [Creative](https://www.imago-images.com/creative) - [Sports](https://www.imago-images.com/sport) - [Collections](https://www.imago-images.com/collections) - [Videos](https://www.imago-images.com/video) - Enterprise - [Enterprise Home](https://connect.imago-images.com/en/) - [Global Sports](https://connect.imago-images.com/en/licensed-sports-images-for-creators-publishers-and-communities) - [Football](https://connect.imago-images.com/en/license-football-images) - [Entertainment](https://connect.imago-images.com/en/licensed-entertainment-images-for-publishers-and-social-media-teams) - [Media Production](https://connect.imago-images.com/en/high-resolution-images-editorial-stock-footage-for-documentary-and-film-production) - [AI Training Data](https://connect.imago-images.com/en/train-ai-models-with-licensed-multimodal-content-from-imago) - [Prices](https://www.imago-images.com/pricing) Account - [Editorial](https://www.imago-images.com/editorial) - [Creative](https://www.imago-images.com/creative) - [Sports](https://www.imago-images.com/sport) - [Collections](https://www.imago-images.com/collections) - [Videos](https://www.imago-images.com/video) - [Enterprise](https://connect.imago-images.com/en/) ![](https://blog.imago-images.com/hubfs/IMAGO%20Header_1200x600%20(34).webp) [to all articles](https://blog.imago-images.com/en) # Oscar Piastri: Career, Achievements, and Rise in Formula 1 By [IMAGO](https://blog.imago-images.com/en/author/imago) Last update: January 21, 2026 Oscar Piastri: Career, Achievements, and Rise in Formula 1 7:44 **Oscar Piastri** is an Australian Formula 1 driver (b. 2001) who has raced for **McLaren** since 2023. Since his **Grand Prix wins in 2024 in Hungary and Azerbaijan**, he has been established at the front of the field. In 2025, he **won seven races**, finished **third in the championship**, and took his first **pole position**—and victory—**in Shanghai**. McLaren celebrated the **Constructors’ Championship in 2024** and defended the title in 2025. Piastri’s contract runs **through at least the end of 2028**. The following overview presents his trajectory in a clear, chronological structure so the **sections build logically on one another**. **Editorial note:** The structure and flow adhere to the “Content Guidelines” for clear headings and coherent progression. [![young-man-smiling-outdoors-casual-attire](https://blog.imago-images.com/hs-fs/hubfs/young-man-smiling-outdoors-casual-attire.webp?width=760&height=507&name=young-man-smiling-outdoors-casual-attire.webp)](https://www.imago-images.com/sp/1070139402) IMAGO / Michael Potts / ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: Oscar Piastri, racing for the McLaren F1 team during the 2025 Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. ## **Early Years: From RC Racing to Karting** **Born on April 6, 2001, in Melbourne**, Piastri first competed with **radio‑controlled cars** before switching to **karting at age ten**. **At 14**, he moved to the **United Kingdom** to pursue his motorsport career, completing his formative years in Europe. ## **Climbing the Junior Ladder** In **2019**, Piastri won the **Formula Renault Eurocup** with R‑ace GP. In **2020**, he became **FIA Formula 3 champion**, followed in **2021** by the **FIA Formula 2 title**—three major championships **in consecutive seasons**. This rare triple is widely seen as a key indicator of his quality. **Management & mentorship:** Since 2019/2020, he has been represented by **Mark Webber/Jam Sports Management**, a cornerstone of his professional career planning. [![mclaren-f1-driver-prepares-race-helmet-pitstop](https://blog.imago-images.com/hs-fs/hubfs/mclaren-f1-driver-prepares-race-helmet-pitstop.webp?width=760&height=507&name=mclaren-f1-driver-prepares-race-helmet-pitstop.webp)](https://www.imago-images.com/sp/1070138368) IMAGO / justpictures.ch / Oscar Piastri (AUS) McLaren F1 Team (GBR) MCL39 Mercedes, during the 2025 Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, round 24 of the 2025 during the Formula 1 World Championship, WM, Weltmeisterschaft Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on December 07, 2025 at Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. ## **Contract Drama in 2022: Alpine vs. McLaren** After serving as **Alpine’s reserve driver** in 2022, both **Alpine** and **McLaren** claimed Piastri for a race seat. The **Contract Recognition Board (CRB)** ruled on **September 2, 2022**, that the **only valid contract** was with **McLaren**, signed on **July 4, 2022**. Piastri was therefore confirmed as a **McLaren driver for 2023/2024**. ## **Debut Season 2023: Solid Foundation, First Highlights** Piastri’s rookie year was **educational** and included his **first podium** (P3) in **Suzuka** and a **Sprint victory** in **Qatar**. He finished the Drivers’ Championship **ninth with 97 points**. **McLaren’s mid‑season upgrades** (from Austria/Silverstone onward) set the team’s revival in motion. [![young-man-orange-cap-smiling-portrait](https://blog.imago-images.com/hs-fs/hubfs/young-man-orange-cap-smiling-portrait.webp?width=760&height=507&name=young-man-orange-cap-smiling-portrait.webp)](https://www.imago-images.com/sp/1070062655) IMAGO / ANP / Oscar Piastri (McLaren) speaks to the press after taking second place at the Yas Marina Circuit of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Lando Norris (McLaren), who finished third, took the world title. ## **Breakthrough 2024: First Grand Prix Wins and Team Momentum** **Hungary 2024:** Piastri earned his **first Grand Prix win**, after team radio instructed **Norris** to hand the lead back. **Azerbaijan 2024:** He added **win No. 2** in Baku. **McLaren** ended the year as **Constructors’ Champion** (their first since 1998). ## **Consolidation in 2025: Wins, Title Fight, and Long‑Term Deal** **Shanghai 2025:** Piastri **started from pole** and won—an emphatic statement early in the season. Over the year he amassed **seven victories** and finished **third overall (410 points)**, while teammate **Lando Norris** clinched the **Drivers’ title**. McLaren secured a **second consecutive Constructors’ crown**. **In March 2025**, Piastri **extended his contract through at least 2028**. [![formula-one-race-car-speeding-track](https://blog.imago-images.com/hs-fs/hubfs/formula-one-race-car-speeding-track.webp?width=760&height=507&name=formula-one-race-car-speeding-track.webp)](https://www.imago-images.com/sp/1034515200) IMAGO / ANP / DOHA - Oscar Piastri (McLaren Formula 1 Team) during the sprint race at the Lusail International Circuit, ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix. ## **Conclusion** **Piastri’s career has advanced in a linear, performance‑driven manner:** from multiple junior titles, through a CRB‑clarified F1 debut, to **race wins** and a **title challenge** in year three. **Adaptability, low error rate, and strategic discipline** are strengths that should continue to serve him well in a **competitive McLaren environment**. With a **long‑term contract** and the **race‑winning pace** demonstrated in 2024/2025, he appears well‑positioned to contend for **championships** on a sustained basis. [![f1-celebration-driver-hugging-team-member](https://blog.imago-images.com/hs-fs/hubfs/f1-celebration-driver-hugging-team-member.webp?width=760&height=507&name=f1-celebration-driver-hugging-team-member.webp)](https://www.imago-images.com/sp/1064754096) IMAGO / DeFodi Images / Zak Brown Boss Of The Team Mclaren And 81 Oscar Piastri Of The Team Mclaren Formula 1 Team, Mclaren Mercedes MCL39,They Face The Race ,During Fia Formula One World Championship, WM, Weltmeisterschaft F1 Hungarian Grand Prix 2025, 03 August , In Budapest,Hungary ## **Key Career Highlights at a Glance** - **2019:** Wins the **Formula Renault Eurocup** (R‑ace GP). - **2020:** **FIA Formula 3 champion** (PREMA). - **2021:** **FIA Formula 2 champion** (PREMA). - **2022:** **CRB ruling** in favor of McLaren; valid contract dated **July 4, 2022**. - **2023:** **F1 debut** with McLaren; **first podium** (Japan) and **Sprint win** (Qatar); **P9 in the standings (97 points)**. - **2024:** **First Grand Prix wins** (Hungary, Azerbaijan); McLaren wins the **Constructors’ Championship**. - **2025:** **First pole and win in Shanghai**, **seven victories** overall, **P3 in the championship**; **contract extended through ≥2028**. [![formula-1-race-cars-turning-track](https://blog.imago-images.com/hs-fs/hubfs/formula-1-race-cars-turning-track.webp?width=760&height=507&name=formula-1-race-cars-turning-track.webp)](https://www.imago-images.com/sp/1060479068) IMAGO / BSR Agency / Chinese Grand Prix - Race day - Shanghai International Circuit SHANGHAI INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT, CHINA - MARCH 23: Oscar Piastri, McLaren F1 MCL39 from Australia during the Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai International Circuit on Sunday March 23, 2025 in Shanghai, China ## **IMAGO: Image Content and Licensing — concise and fact‑based** IMAGO works with an international network of partner photographers, agencies, and archives, providing image and video content across Sports, News, Entertainment, Creative, and Archival material. IMAGO has no in‑house photography and does not guarantee exclusivity; instead, it provides clear and flexible licensing models. These include Rights Managed, Royalty Free Classic, and Royalty Free Premium. 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