Oscar Piastri and his management team, led by former Formula 1® driver Mark Webber and Ann Webber, have mutually agreed to end their management partnership. This change was announced shortly after the 2026 Sao Paulo Grand Prix, marking a significant shift in the Australian driver's professional support structure.
The Webbers had been managing Piastri since 2019, guiding his progression through the junior racing categories and ultimately securing his Formula 1® debut with McLaren in 2023. Piastri replaced Daniel Ricciardo at McLaren and has since achieved two podium finishes and one Grand Prix victory. As of the 2026 season, he holds seventh place in the Drivers’ Championship standings.
Earlier in 2026, the Webbers had already scaled back their trackside involvement with Piastri before deciding to fully step back from his management. The driver’s support team has since seen an increased role for his former race engineer Pedro Matos and mental coach Emma Murray, who have taken on greater responsibilities in his career management.
Both parties expressed their gratitude for the time spent working together and wished each other well for the future. The Webbers’ management was instrumental in Piastri’s rise through the ranks, including his transition from the Renault/Alpine junior programme to a full-time seat at McLaren.
While details about Piastri’s new management structure have not been disclosed, the change reflects a professional and mutual decision rather than any conflict. The move comes at a time when Piastri continues to establish himself as a competitive driver within the Formula 1® paddock alongside his McLaren teammate Lando Norris.
This development highlights the evolving nature of driver management in Formula 1®, where support teams adapt to the changing needs and career stages of drivers. Piastri’s ongoing performance and career trajectory will be followed closely as he moves forward under his new management setup.