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Oscar Piastri has denied that his standalone intention is to beat McLaren team-mate and championship rival Lando Norris in the F1 Singapore GP.
Oscar Piastri has denied that his primary goal is to surpass McLaren teammate and championship rival Lando Norris in the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix. Despite his challenges during FP1 and trailing Norris, Piastri made a significant jump during qualifying to secure third place in Q3, setting the stage for a thrilling three-way battle for victory in Marina Bay. With Max Verstappen’s recent wins and Mercedes’ improved performance, Piastri’s rivalry with Norris seems to be intensifying. Piastri expressed satisfaction with his performance in the post-qualifying press conference, acknowledging the fierce competition from Russell and Verstappen. He addressed the issue of a yellow flag affecting his qualifying session with restraint but highlighted the need for adjustments in the rules. Looking ahead to the race, Piastri admitted the challenges of overtaking in Singapore but remained hopeful for progress while acknowledging the uncertainties brought by limited long runs due to red flags. Despite the risks he took and challenges faced during qualifying, Piastri remains focused on his performance moving forward.
