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Oscar Piastri needs winter reset, says Jolyon Palmer before Azerbaijan GP

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Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Oscar Piastri needs winter reset, says Jolyon Palmer before Azerbaijan GP

Summary

Jolyon Palmer suggests that Oscar Piastri of McLaren may require significant adjustments following a challenging 2026 season. Piastri is coming off an eighth-place finish at the Spanish Grand Prix as he heads into the Azerbaijan Grand Prix this weekend. In contrast, teammate Lando Norris demonstrated stronger performance by securing pole position and leading early in the Spanish race before a virtual safety car interrupted his momentum. With the season nearing its conclusion, improving performance will be critical for Piastri's future in the sport.

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By the Numbers

•Palmer believes Piastri needs a reset after a tough season.
•Piastri finished eighth at the recent Spanish Grand Prix.
•Norris secured pole position and led before losing ground.
•The Azerbaijan Grand Prix is set for this weekend.
•McLaren aims to improve performance as the season ends.

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Former Formula 1 driver Jolyon Palmer has suggested that McLaren's Oscar Piastri may need a winter reset after a difficult 2026 campaign. Piastri heads into this weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix following an eighth-place finish at the Spanish Grand Prix, while his team-mate Lando Norris claimed pole position and built a decent lead before an ill-timed virtual safety car derailed his ...Keep reading
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