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Oscar Piastri has underlined the need for “tidying up” at the Las Vegas Grand Prix after finishing the first two practice sessions eighth quickest.
Oscar Piastri believes that he and McLaren need to make some adjustments at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, acknowledging that they are already competitive. He finished eighth-fastest in both practice sessions but sees promise in the car’s pace, especially with Lando Norris performing well. The Las Vegas Street Circuit has presented challenges with low temperatures affecting tire and brake heating. Despite the difficulties faced during practice, Piastri is optimistic about the team’s performance potential with track conditions improving swiftly. He emphasizes the need for minor improvements to capitalize on the competitive pace already demonstrated. Piastri remains confident in McLaren’s ability to contend in qualifying, even with strong showings from Mercedes and Ferrari.