'These guys are nuts' – Oscar Piastri experiences Isle of Man TT with Mark Webber

Oscar Piastri has experienced a different form of motorsport, with manager Mark Webber taking him to the Isle of Man TT – one of the most dangerous motorcycle time trials in the world. The 37-mile Mountain Course, run on closed public roads, left the McLaren driver shaking his head in admiration.

Why it matters:

Piastri's visit offers a rare glimpse into his interests beyond F1 and highlights the strong bond with Webber, a former Red Bull driver who has mentored him since his junior career. The TT is a bucket-list event for many racers, and Piastri's willingness to go behind the scenes shows his genuine passion for all forms of racing.

The details:

• Webber shared a video of Piastri standing roadside, barely a metre from the action, as a rider flew past – reportedly even wheelieing over one of the island's jumps. Piastri turned to Webber with an impressed look.
• Webber on Instagram: "Always a privilege taking people for their first time to the @ttracesofficial. Never fails to impress them the display of sheer courage."
• Piastri posted his own clip, navigating narrow gaps and fences, admitting he was "going through someone's garden – apparently this is the spot to watch." He added: "I don't know what I was expecting, but this wasn't it. These guys are nuts."
• Future plans: Piastri confirmed it "won't be the last" time he attends, later sharing paddock photos and chatting with riders.
• Lap record: Peter Hickman set the current record in 2023, averaging 136.358 mph around the course.

What's next:

The 2026 TT races continue this weekend, with Piastri and Webber believed to be staying on the island for the main events. The visit comes just days after the Canadian Grand Prix, where Piastri finished on the podium – a reminder that even F1 drivers seek adrenaline in other forms of motorsport.