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McLaren boss Andrea Stella defended Oscar Piastri after his first lap shunt in the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, saying incidents like like even happened to drivers like Michael Schumacher.
McLaren boss Andrea Stella defended Oscar Piastri for his first lap incident at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, comparing it to similar situations experienced by top drivers like Michael Schumacher. Piastri’s mistake had consequences for McLaren’s Constructors’ title hopes, falling short by just nine points compared to Ferrari. Despite Piastri’s disappointment, Stella supported him by emphasizing that even the best drivers make errors during a season. Lando Norris also faced challenges during the race, starting from seventh due to an error in Q3, and the team struggled with pit stop issues. Stella mentioned that the ultimate concern was not the pit stop but the car’s speed, highlighting the need for improvement to maximize performance on the track.
