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Oscar Piastri has taken a substantial step forward in qualifying this F1 season, but that did not prevent the Australian enduring a scruffy grid-setting session in Miami.
Oscar Piastri expressed his disappointment with his qualifying performance at the Miami Grand Prix, despite winning the race with the help of his McLaren the next day. He highlighted the challenge of winning from fourth on the grid and credited the unexpected pace of his MCL39 for his recovery drive.
Lando Norris, after a tough qualifying session, got back in the fight due to a skirmish with Max Verstappen on lap one, leading to a strong performance on race day. Norris was able to overtake Verstappen and his struggling teammate to finish second, behind Piastri.
Piastri acknowledged that while he was frustrated with his qualifying performance, he had good fortune during the race and a quick car that helped him extend his lead in the drivers’ standings. Despite the mixed weekend, he recognized the importance of capitalizing on opportunities and maintaining a competitive edge in the championship battle.
