# Oscar Piastri's McLaren Worry

> Oscar Piastri says McLaren won't fix MCL40 issues before 2026 season ends.
- Title: Oscar Piastri's McLaren Worry · Motorsport | Shortify
- Summary: Oscar Piastri says McLaren won't fix MCL40 issues before 2026 season ends. Oscar Piastri believes McLaren's MCL40 won't be resolved before the 2026 F1 season…
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- Source: Motorsport — https://motorsport.com/f1/news/oscar-piastri-delivers-worrying-mclaren-verdict-with-six-races-remaining/10866598
- Author: Alex Harrington
- Published: 2026-10-21T10:05:02+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: oscar piastri, mclaren, f1, mcl40, 2026 season, formula 1, sports, cars
## Oscar Piastri's McLaren Verdict
Oscar Piastri says McLaren won't fix MCL40 performance issues before 2026 season ends.

> I think in the short term, it’s probably as good as it’s going to get
## MCL40 Performance Problems
The MCL40 has reached its limit with only six races remaining in the 2026 season.

> Either you’re quite a way off or you’re really fast. There’s not really an in-between
## Lando Norris' Performance
Lando Norris has driven laps exceeding the MCL40's capabilities in qualifying.

> Some of the laps that Lando’s done in qualifying to put the car on pole have been better than what the car deserves
## Championship Standings
Piastri is seventh with 138 points, McLaren third with 339 points ahead of Red Bull.

> McLaren, the reigning constructors’ champion, is third on 339 points, but only seven ahead of a resurgent Red Bull
## Key takeaway

Oscar Piastri believes McLaren's MCL40 won't be resolved before the 2026 F1 season ends.