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Zak Brown has explained how and why he feels Oscar Piastri is not able to match team-mate Lando Norris on a consistent basis.
McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown commented that while Oscar Piastri lacks consistency in Formula 1 due to his limited experience, he believes the Australian driver is on par with his teammate Lando Norris. Brown highlighted that Piastri’s victory over Norris in the Qatar sprint last season showcased his potential but noted that Piastri still has room for development in matching Norris consistently. Piastri, who joined McLaren after a stalled F1 transition with Alpine, has shown promise and the ability to rival Norris, despite being in his debut F1 season. Brown emphasized that both Norris and Piastri possess championship-caliber skills, with Piastri expected to improve his performance and consistency with more experience. The McLaren team principal expressed confidence in their driver lineup, considering both Norris and Piastri as among the best in Formula 1, anticipating continued growth and success for the young Australian driver.
