F1 Today: Piastri makes drastic call as Lawson's F1 future takes a new turn

Oscar Piastri has parted ways with the management team led by former Formula 1 driver Mark Webber and his partner Ann, bringing an end to a seven-year partnership that played a significant role in his rise through motorsport.

The announcement came on Monday, just one day after the Brazilian Grand Prix, where the Australian finished sixth while his McLaren teammate Lando Norris claimed victory at Interlagos.

Webber was instrumental in guiding Piastri through the junior categories, during which he secured consecutive Formula 3 and Formula 2 titles before eventually making his Formula 1 debut with McLaren in 2023.

The former Red Bull driver also played a central role in Piastri's controversial departure from Alpine in 2022, when a contractual dispute between the French outfit and McLaren resulted in the Australian securing his move to the British team.

The decision to end their professional relationship follows a gradual reduction in Webber's trackside involvement throughout the 2026 campaign. Both parties agreed that the time was right to conclude their management agreement, with Piastri expressing his gratitude for the support he received during the early stages of his Formula 1 career.

The identity of the Australian's next management team remains unknown, leaving questions about who will oversee his interests moving forward.

Meanwhile, Liam Lawson's chances of remaining on the Formula 1 grid next season appear to be improving, with Racing Bulls increasingly likely to retain the New Zealander for 2027.

The 24-year-old strengthened his position with another impressive performance at the Brazilian Grand Prix, starting third on the grid and eventually finishing seventh after a challenging race in changing weather conditions.

His recent performances have reinforced the confidence of Racing Bulls team principal Alan Permane, who has been supportive of Lawson throughout the campaign and is understood to favour keeping him alongside the team next season.

However, a final decision has yet to be announced, with several factors still influencing the driver selection process within the Red Bull organisation. Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies has clarified that Racing Bulls is responsible for making its own driver decisions, despite the close relationship between the two teams and the wider Red Bull driver development programme.

Lawson has also acknowledged Permane's support while recognising that his future depends on discussions involving several figures within the organisation.