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Oscar Piastri gave McLaren a fright in Austria after almost hitting team-mate Lando Norris!
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella confirmed that Oscar Piastri immediately apologized for his Turn 4 overtaking attempt on Lando Norris in the Austrian Grand Prix. Piastri started in third, overtook Charles Leclerc, and engaged in a fierce battle with Norris for the lead throughout the first stint. Despite several attempts, Piastri struggled to pass Norris and eventually made a late dive at Turn 4 on lap 20, resulting in a significant lock-up. Stella acknowledged that the move was “a little too far” and Piastri promptly apologized to the team and Norris after the race. Stella praised the intense yet fair racing between Piastri and Norris, highlighting the challenges of close competition and the need for strategic maneuvering in Formula 1.
