P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Oscar Piastri admitted he did not feel at one with his McLaren car in qualifying for the F1 US GP, having ended up a disappointing sixth.
Oscar Piastri had a challenging qualifying session for the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, feeling disconnected from his McLaren car and finishing sixth. His day started poorly with a collision with Nico Hulkenberg during the Sprint Race, leading to contact with team-mate Lando Norris. Despite McLaren’s hope for a strong performance in hot conditions, Piastri struggled to find confidence at the Circuit of the Americas. He admitted to difficulty extracting the car’s potential and acknowledged the track’s demanding nature. Piastri aimed for a good start in the race to capitalize on on-track opportunities. Despite setbacks, he remained focused on improving his performance for the main event.
