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Mario Andretti runs the rule over Oscar Piastri in an exclusive RacingNews365 interview
Oscar Piastri’s ‘killer instinct’ in F1 has impressed 1978 world champion Mario Andretti, who praised Piastri’s performance in high-pressure moments. Piastri secured his first two grand prix wins in 2024, helping McLaren in their bid for the constructors’ championship, showcasing decisive overtakes. Notably, in Hungary, he passed Verstappen and Norris at Turn 1 and executed a bold move on Leclerc in Azerbaijan. Piastri acknowledged room for improvement in qualifying, despite being pleased with his season overall. Andretti commended Piastri’s team-oriented approach and praised McLaren’s progress, emphasizing their potential to contend for championships in the future.
