Australian driver Oscar Piastri has firmly rejected suggestions that he should help his McLaren teammate, Lando Norris, secure the Formula One championship. Despite being 24 points behind Norris and tied with Max Verstappen in second place, Piastri maintains he still has a realistic chance of winning the title himself. He revealed that McLaren had briefly discussed team orders, but he insisted on racing for his own championship ambitions.

Piastri's determination comes after a challenging period, including a recent disqualification for both McLaren cars in Las Vegas, which kept him within striking distance of Norris. With a maximum of 33 points available in the upcoming Qatar Grand Prix weekend, Piastri remains optimistic, focusing on delivering his best performances and hoping for favorable outcomes.

The Australian is aiming to become the first champion from his country since Alan Jones in 1980. He emphasized that while his chances are slim, he will continue to race for victory rather than support his teammate, a stance supported by fellow competitor Max Verstappen.