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In the post-British Grand Prix edition of The Scoop, I dissect Oscar Piastri’s uncharacteristic response to his race-defining penalty at Silverstone and what that could mean for Lando Norris.
Oscar Piastri’s emotional reaction to losing victory at the British Grand Prix revealed a rarely seen side of the Australian since his F1 debut, conceding second place to Lando Norris after a controversial 10-second time penalty. The stewards’ decision to penalize Piastri at Silverstone sparked debate over the fairness of the punishment, especially when compared to George Russell’s similar incident at the Canadian Grand Prix. Multiple distinctions, such as braking pressure and weather conditions, set the two situations apart. Despite Max Verstappen’s criticism, he defended Piastri, calling the penalty “extreme.” The penalty’s impact on the championship standings was significant, turning Piastri’s lead over his teammate into a mere eight points at the season’s midway point. Piastri’s visible frustration could potentially become a vulnerability for Norris to exploit in future races.
