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Oscar Piastri has denied that McLaren’s strategic fumble in F1’s Qatar GP was caused by its principles of equality between him and team-mate Lando Norris.
Oscar Piastri denied that McLaren’s strategic error in the Qatar Grand Prix was due to their equal treatment of him and teammate Lando Norris. Despite leading the race, a Safety Car period led to McLaren’s decision not to pit, allowing Max Verstappen to snatch the win. Piastri refuted claims that McLaren’s equality policy has been a recurring issue, attributing recent setbacks to car performance and individual errors. While disappointed by the missed opportunity, Piastri remains optimistic and believes that tough moments ultimately lead to growth. Looking ahead to the season finale in Abu Dhabi, Piastri acknowledges the need for a strong performance to rebound in the championship standings.
