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Oscar Piastri says he “killed” his Pirelli tyres in the early stages of the Qatar Grand Prix sprint, before he revealed he was “a bit surprised” by Lando Norris moving aside at the chequered flag.
Oscar Piastri needed to defend for the entire Qatar Grand Prix sprint after struggling with his front tires early on in the race. He secured a second sprint victory at the Lusail International Circuit when Lando Norris allowed him to win at the last moment. Despite starting third, Piastri had to rely on Norris to fend off George Russell’s constant pressure. The teamwork between Piastri and Norris helped McLaren secure a one-two finish. Piastri acknowledged the selfless act of Norris and highlighted McLaren’s teamwork and lack of ego, as they aim for their first constructors’ championship since 1998. The Australian driver expressed his appreciation for the support from his team-mate and the team as a whole.
