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Andrea Stella had likened Oscar Piastri to F1 world champions Fernando Alonso and Michael Schumacher.
Oscar Piastri appreciates being compared to F1 legends Fernando Alonso and Michael Schumacher as he aims to join them in the series’ hall of fame. McLaren team boss Andrea Stella has praised Piastri’s potential, likening him to some world champions he worked with previously at Ferrari. Piastri acknowledges that he’s not a flawless driver but finds inspiration in learning from the strengths and weaknesses of past champions. With a competitive edge in the drivers’ standings, Piastri is poised for success in the second half of the season at Zandvoort. Guided by manager Mark Webber, a former F1 driver, Piastri values the experience and advice that comes with being in his debut title fight. He credits Webber’s insights and his own junior category background for navigating the unique challenges of Formula 1.
