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Piastri camp reshuffle: Webber steps back, Matos returns
13 Feb
Summary
- Mark Webber is stepping back from his trackside support role for Oscar Piastri.
- Pedro Matos, Piastri's former F2 engineer, is joining his inner circle.
- Webber will focus on commercial and contractual matters starting in 2026.
Ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season, Oscar Piastri's support team is undergoing a significant shift as Mark Webber steps back from his trackside role. This change comes after Piastri's 2025 season, where he held a substantial lead but ultimately finished third. Webber, who has managed Piastri for much of his professional career, will now concentrate on commercial and contractual responsibilities.
Pedro Matos, Piastri's race engineer during his championship-winning 2021 F2 season, is set to rejoin the Australian driver's inner circle to provide trackside support. This marks the first time Piastri will compete without Webber directly assisting him on the track. The 2026 F1 season is scheduled to begin in March with the Australian Grand Prix.
