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Oscar Piastri can’t explain ‘mystery’ lack of pace after Mexico City GP qualifying struggles
Oscar Piastri struggled with his pace during qualifying at the Mexico City Grand Prix, admitting it was a mystery.
As the championship leader, Piastri qualified eighth, trailing his teammate Lando Norris by 0.588 seconds who secured pole position.
Piastri will start seventh due to Carlos Sainz’s grid penalty, but remains 14 points ahead of Norris with five races left in the season.
Despite consistent lack of pace, Piastri remains unsure about the cause and plans to investigate further.
McLaren’s team principal, Andrea Stella, acknowledged the need to address Piastri’s performance issues, especially in challenging conditions.
Ultimately, Piastri aims to make progress in the race and recover positions, focusing on Turn One for a potential opportunity.
