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Oscar Piastri is leading the F1 championship standings by 22 points from team-mate Lando Norris heading into the Austrian Grand Prix.
Oscar Piastri has expressed his reluctance to view his pursuit of a maiden F1 championship as a high-pressure “do or die” mission.
Currently leading the drivers’ standings by 22 points at McLaren, Piastri has won five out of the 10 races in the season, positioning him ahead of his teammate Lando Norris.
Regarded for his mental strength, Piastri faced adversity when Norris crashed into him, causing a loss of 12 points at the Canadian Grand Prix.
Piastri, akin to Sebastian Vettel in 2009, challenged for a world championship early in his F1 career, emphasizing the importance of not succumbing to unnecessary pressure.
Despite the competitive season, Piastri remains focused on performing his best, aiming to win races and maintain a fresh mindset to sustain success in the championship battle.
