# McLaren's Tow Plan Gone Wrong | F1 News

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Published: 2026-09-11T04:35:42+00:00
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When Oscar Piastri locked up and crashed during his qualifying lap at Monza, fans immediately suspected sabotage—especially since his earlier run was fast enough for third. Norris started eighth, Piastri sixth after a penalty. Piastri admitted the team could’ve handled it better, explaining how being first out of the pits hurt their slipstream strategy. Team boss Andrea Stella confirmed that leading the track isn’t ideal for drafting. The incident underscores McLaren’s philosophy: let drivers race freely as long as they don’t crash, contrasting with teams like Ferrari and Mercedes. Piastri stressed open communication as key to avoiding escalation, crediting McLaren’s honesty for keeping tensions manageable. It’s a reminder that even in elite racing, managing fierce teammates is as complex as mastering the track. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/77863010aadec7ef

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