Piastri, FIA clarifies situation regarding Silverstone braking penalty.

      "For me, it was a maneuver we’ve seen previously."

      Oscar Piastri has stated that he has moved on from his penalty at Silverstone after discussions with the FIA, although the McLaren driver acknowledged he felt "frustrated" right after the race. Piastri missed out on a potential victory at the British GP due to a penalty for braking hard behind the safety car, which not only knocked him out of the race but also intensified the title rivalry with his teammate Lando Norris.

      At Spa on Thursday, the 24-year-old revealed that he had talked with the FIA to clarify expectations regarding driver behavior in such situations. "We’ve spoken with the FIA, and as I mentioned, both sides have learned how to manage this situation in a different manner," Piastri told reporters. "I know I won’t brake as hard next time – it’s that straightforward. With the limit being clearer now, I'm aware I simply won’t brake as hard."

      "I definitely reviewed the incident with the team, and I think there were valuable lessons learned on both sides. I still maintain my viewpoint, but it seems that matter is settled now, and I’m eager to move forward." He continued: "For me, it was a maneuver we’ve seen before from both myself and other drivers. Naturally, it’s being penalized now, which is acceptable, as I understand that for the future. However, immediately after the race, I was indeed frustrated."

      Piastri's response at Silverstone was notably restrained, as the Australian avoided discussing the details post-race due to concerns about further penalties for his words. Since then, both McLaren and the FIA have endeavored to ease tensions and clarify the interpretations of the safety car regulations.

      With Max Verstappen unlikely to secure his title amidst Red Bull’s continuing struggles, the championship now seems to be becoming a two-horse race between Piastri and Norris. So far, McLaren has allowed its drivers to race freely under a relaxed internal guideline known as the "Papaya Rules."

      Piastri currently holds a slight edge, but the British team has emphasized that there is no designated number one driver - and the weekend at Spa might be crucial in deciding how long that stance lasts.