Oscar Piastri, a young talent from Australia is already proving himself for the right fit for the McLaren team. Japanese GP brought bright results for the McLaren team as both of their drivers finished P5 and P8. As Oscar was lacking some speed the question merged “Why was Oscar not able to match the pace of Lando? “
Why was Oscar not able to match the pace of Lando?
Stella: Well, I think, you know, with Oscar, I would prefer to look at how much of a difference we have improved compared to last year here in Suzuka. Like here in Suzuka, while Oscar qualified very strongly, he struggled…. pic.twitter.com/uQXQAXHlQJ
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McLaren team principal, Andrea Stella brings up an interesting point about Oscar Piastri and his performance compared to Lando Norris. As per the recent post of “Junaid#JB17” Andrea said, “ Well, I think, you know, with Oscar, I would prefer to look at how much of a difference we have improved compared to last year here in Suzuka. Like here in Suzuka, while Oscar qualified very strongly, he struggled….”
Last year, Oscar showed promise during qualifying, securing a strong position on the grid. However, when it came to the actual race, he encountered challenges. Perhaps it was the demanding nature of the Suzuka circuit that posed difficulties for him. The twists, turns, and high-speed sections demand precision and adaptability from drivers.
Oscar Piastri brought success with McLaren in 2023
Last year, Oscar secured podium finishes in Qatar and Japan, showcasing his potential and adaptability on different tracks.
Despite being a rookie, Piastri finished ninth in the Drivers’ Standings, accumulating 129 points throughout the season. How did Yuki Tsunoda secure the final championship point Breaking 12 years of record?His consistent performances contributed significantly to McLaren’s overall improvement.
At the 2023 F1 Belgian Grand Prix, Oscar experienced the thrill of leading laps. He overtook Max Verstappen and led the pack through a damp Spa-Francorchamps during the sprint race. Although he was eventually overtaken by Verstappen, his second-place finish was a remarkable achievement.
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