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Oscar Piastri credited McLaren’s remarkable mid-season turnaround for him achieving “a lot of highlights” during his rookie Formula 1 campaign
After an impressive junior career, Oscar Piastri had high expectations going into his first F1 season. He delivered with a Sprint win in Qatar and two podium finishes in Japan and Qatar, earning him the FIA Rookie of the Year Honours. Piastri credited McLaren’s ability to improve their car throughout the season for his success. He also acknowledged his own role in performing well with the upgraded car. Piastri highlighted the importance of consistency and avoiding mistakes in his future development. Looking ahead to 2024, he expects McLaren to be competitive and aims to start the season strong with his increased experience.
