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Oscar Piastri feels the Spanish GP, and its ability to benchmark developmental progress, will be more of a test for other teams than it will be for McLaren.
Oscar Piastri believes that the Spanish Grand Prix will serve as a litmus test for teams, but he is particularly confident in McLaren’s performance. McLaren is expected to be competitive at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya alongside the front quartet of Red Bull, Ferrari, and Mercedes. Red Bull has faced challenges since other teams introduced updates, but is anticipated to improve in Spain where aerodynamic efficiency plays a crucial role. The Spanish Grand Prix is seen as a critical test for teams to assess their upgrade paths and overall performance levels. Despite McLaren’s recent strong performances, Piastri is curious to see how the teams compare at a track with more high-speed corners. Overall, he is eager to see where McLaren will stand in terms of competitiveness at the upcoming race.
