P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Both Esteban Ocon and Oscar Piastri avoided putting blame on each other’s door for the opening lap clash that put
Starting in 10th place, the McLaren driver had a strong start and attempted to make a move on the inside of Turn 1 as Ocon fought alongside his teammate. However, as they approached Turn 2, Piastri and Ocon made contact, leading to both of their retirements. Piastri believed he had the right to be there and didn’t think Ocon did anything wrong. The damage caused by the impact led to a loss of pressure in the water system, resulting in an overheating issue for both cars. Ocon stated that he had a good start and took the corner, and if given the chance, he wouldn’t change anything. Both drivers expressed disappointment as they believed they could have scored points in the race.
Source: Motorsport Week
