THE BIGGEST EARTHQUAKE IN THE HISTORY OF F1: FERRARI SPENDS 72 MILLION DOLLARS TO “STEAL” OSCAR PLATES BEFORE THE EYES OF MCLAREN – AN EXPLOSIVE DEAL THAT SHAKES THE ENTIRE RACING WORLD, BETWEEN BETRAYALS, CHAOS AND AN UNPRECEDENTED POWER WAR!
No one could have imagined such a dramatic turn of events. Just a few hours after the United States Grand Prix, the world of Formula 1 was overwhelmed by news that shook the paddocks, the media and the fans: Scuderia Ferrari officially signed a three-year contract with Oscar Piastri, worth a total of 72 million dollars.
The young Australian talent, currently one of the most promising drivers on the grid, is thus preparing to wear Ferrari red starting from 2026. And, according to what has been leaked from internal sources in Maranello, the contract includes an unprecedented clause: Piastri will be the team’s number 1 driver, even surpassing his future teammate, Charles Leclerc, or whoever else occupies that position at that moment.
The betrayal that shook McLaren
For McLaren, the news was a devastating blow. Only a year ago, the Woking team celebrated the renewal with Piastri as a sign of rebirth and stability. However, behind the scenes, tensions appear to have grown uncontrollably.
Various sources speak of internal clashes between the management and Piastri’s entourage, especially regarding technical management and race strategies.
An anonymous member of the team told British media:
“Oscar no longer felt valued. He felt that the team favored Lando Norris, and that his opinions were ignored. This agreement with Ferrari is his response.”
News of the transfer has sparked chaos in Woking, with managers accusing each other of mishandling the situation. The British press is even talking about imminent resignation among the team’s top management.
Ferrari aims for the future
For Ferrari, however, the arrival of Piastri represents a strategic step towards a new era. After years of promises and disappointments, the Italian team seems willing to bet everything on a new generation of pure talent.
Piastri, known for his coolness on the track and his maturity off it, is considered by many to be a champion of the future, capable of bringing the Prancing Horse back to the top of the world championship.
A Ferrari manager, who remained anonymous, would have said:
“Oscar has everything it takes to become a legend. He’s young, disciplined and incredibly fast. We’re not just building a team to win: we’re building a dynasty.”
A record contract
The contract worth 72 million dollars over three years is not only a sign of confidence, but also a clear message to the rest of the paddock: Ferrari is ready for anything to return to the world throne.
With this figure, Piastri becomes one of the highest paid drivers under 25 in the history of Formula 1, even surpassing the previous record held by Max Verstappen at the time of his renewal with Red Bull.
According to analysts, the agreement with Piastri could be the beginning of a technical and sporting revolution: new engineers, new sponsors and a completely rethought development plan for the 2026 car, the year in which the new aerodynamic regulations and hybrid engines will come into force.
The reactions of the paddock
The news sparked a storm of reactions.
Max Verstappen, interviewed by Sky Sports, commented in an enigmatic tone:
“Ferrari made a courageous move. We’ll see if it’s worth it.”
Lando Norris, however, appeared visibly impressed during a post-race interview:
“I’m happy for Oscar, but… yes, it’s hard. We shared a lot, and now everything changes.”
On social media, fans were divided. Many celebrate Ferrari’s ambition, others criticize Piastri’s decision to leave McLaren so suddenly, calling it “a full-blown betrayal”.
A new chapter for Formula 1
Whatever the perspective, one thing is certain: this move will change the balance of Formula 1 for years to come.
Ferrari not only landed one of the most promising talents in the paddock, but also sent a strong message to its rivals: the era of compromise is over, it’s time to win at all costs.
While the world of motorsport continues to react, a phrase bounces around the corridors of the paddock:
“If this is just the beginning, 2026 will be the most explosive year in the history of Formula 1.”
And with Oscar Piastri ready to wear the red of Maranello, a new legend seems ready to be born.
