Nothing, it seems, is truly permanent—especially not love and admiration.

BARCELONA—McLaren CEO Zak Brown has unveiled a new tattoo celebrating Oscar Piastri's recent victory at the Spanish Grand Prix. This latest ink reportedly covers previous tattoos dedicated to Lando Norris.

Brown, known for commemorating significant team milestones with tattoos, previously celebrated Norris’s first F1 win at the 2024 Miami Grand Prix by getting the Miami circuit inked on his right arm. That tattoo joined an earlier tribute to the Monza circuit, a reminder of Daniel Ricciardo’s 2021 Italian Grand Prix victory. But in the ruthless world of motorsport, permanence is an illusion.

According to sources close to the team, Brown’s decision to replace the Miami tattoo with an elaborate design of Piastri’s face was made within hours of the race. “Zak was already texting his tattoo artist before Oscar even crossed the finish line,” said a McLaren team member. “He told them to make it ‘big, bold, and fast—but especially Australian.’”

The new tattoo, covering the Miami design, features Piastri’s signature introverted pose. This has left Lando Norris feeling a bit confused—and like yesterday’s news. “I thought my Miami win meant something,” Norris said with a forced smile. “But I’m still the number one driver, right? Right?”

Norris’s frustration hints at a perceived deeper tension within McLaren. While Piastri’s breakout brilliance has been impossible to ignore, Norris has been a consistent performer for the team, and his own victories once seemed monumental enough for permanent ink. But much like how the F1 fan base has turned its back on Norris despite his success, Brown’s arm has become a rotating billboard of driver achievement. Nothing, it seems, is truly permanent—especially not love and admiration.

When asked about the change, Brown was unapologetic. “It’s about celebrating success,” he explained, clearly proud of his latest ink. “Oscar’s win was a monumental achievement, and I wanted to honor that. Lando’s still a star driver, and who knows—there’s always more space on Andrea’s arm.”

Piastri, for his part, offered his usual calm and monotonous reaction to the tribute. “It’s flattering, I suppose. I didn’t expect it, but it’s a unique way to celebrate,” he said. “Hopefully, it doesn’t become a trend.”

Inside the McLaren garage, whispers of a friendly rivalry have intensified. Mechanics have reportedly started a pool on which driver will earn the next tattoo, with some joking that Norris might try to tattoo Brown himself.

As McLaren continues its strong performance this season, fans and team members alike will be watching to see if Brown’s tattoos continue to evolve—or if Norris can achieve even more greatness than he already has, and reclaim his rightful spot on his boss’s bicep.