In an earth-shattering twist that has left the entire Formula 1 world reeling, Oscar Piastri has officially confirmed his multi-million euro move to Ferrari, just moments after the United States Grand Prix! The sensational €37 million deal — spanning three years with an opt-out clause after two — marks one of the boldest driver transfers in recent F1 history, effectively ending Piastri’s dramatic chapter with McLaren.
But behind the scenes, the story is far darker than a simple contract change. Sources close to the paddock reveal that Piastri’s shock decision was sparked by alleged sabotage and internal turmoil at McLaren. The Australian rising star, who has been hailed as one of F1’s most promising young talents, was reportedly pushed to breaking point after a string of suspicious strategy calls and mechanical failures — the most controversial of which occurred at the U.S. Grand Prix, where a mysterious hydraulic failure ended his race without warning.
🔥 Whispers from within McLaren’s garage suggest that Piastri’s car was deliberately fitted with modified settings favoring Lando Norris, creating a “performance gap” designed to keep Norris ahead. One insider described the tension as “absolutely toxic,” adding that “Piastri knew something wasn’t right — this deal with Ferrari is his way out.”
The timing of Ferrari’s announcement was nothing short of surgical. Just 30 minutes after the checkered flag, a leaked internal memo from Maranello surfaced, confirming Piastri’s signing and catching McLaren completely off-guard. Insiders claim the leak was intentional, meant to deliver a psychological blow to McLaren as they reeled from another disastrous weekend.
The move also sends shockwaves through Ferrari’s own ranks. Charles Leclerc — once seen as the future of the team — is now said to be “furious and blindsided,” reportedly demanding an urgent contract renegotiation amid fears that Ferrari’s focus will now shift entirely toward Piastri. Team insiders describe Leclerc’s camp as “in damage control,” with tensions simmering between his entourage and Ferrari management.
Meanwhile, McLaren CEO Zak Brown is reportedly livid, calling the leak a “betrayal of trust” and vowing to launch an internal investigation. But the fallout may only just be beginning — rumors are already swirling that several of McLaren’s top engineers could follow Piastri to Ferrari, triggering a full-scale exodus that could cripple McLaren’s 2026 preparations.
🏁 As the F1 world turns its eyes to Mexico City, the paddock is in chaos. Has Ferrari just pulled off the heist of the century — or has McLaren’s internal warfare finally exploded into the open?
One thing is certain:
“This isn’t just a transfer — it’s a declaration of war.”
🔥 The balance of Formula 1 power has just shifted. The Piastri Era at Ferrari begins now. 🔥
