P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Oscar Piastri is third on the grid for the Canadian Grand Prix, four places ahead of team-mate and title rival Lando Norris.
Oscar Piastri discussed the tyre dilemma he faced with McLaren during qualifying for the Canadian Grand Prix, where he achieved third place. Piastri opted for the Pirelli C6 tyre for Q3, while front-row drivers George Russell and Max Verstappen used the C5 medium tyre. This decision resulted in Piastri finishing third, four places ahead of his team-mate Lando Norris. Despite struggling earlier in the weekend, Piastri’s strategic tyre choice now allows him to extend his lead in the drivers’ standings. Piastri expressed satisfaction with his performance in qualifying, particularly the decision to go with the soft tyre for consistency. He acknowledged the difficulties faced during practice sessions but was content with the outcome of securing third place.
