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Oscar Piastri Claims "World Class" Victory at Azerbaijan Grand Prix

Posted : 16 September 2024

Oscar Piastri's performance at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix was hailed as "world class" by his mentor and manager, Mark Webber, who praised the young Australian’s impressive display. The 23-year-old McLaren driver secured his second career victory in the championship on Sunday, overtaking Charles Leclerc and maintaining his lead until a crash on the penultimate lap triggered a virtual safety car, which sealed his win.

 

Webber described Piastri’s drive as one of the best he has witnessed, emphasizing the significance of beating Leclerc, a standout performer at Baku. According to Webber, Piastri's win marked a major milestone in his career, showcasing his arrival as a formidable talent in Formula One while maintaining a grounded approach and continued dedication.

 

Piastri's previous victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix in July had been marred by a team orders controversy involving his teammate, Lando Norris. The situation in Baku also involved team strategies, as Norris was instructed to delay Red Bull's Sergio Perez to enable Piastri to pit for fresh tires and retain his position. Despite these tactics, Norris was supportive, contributing to McLaren's success and helping them lead the constructors' championship by 20 points with several races remaining.

 

Piastri's recent performances, including podium finishes in Italy and Belgium, have elevated him to fourth in the drivers' standings, only 32 points behind Norris. His rise comes at a time when Australian fans are looking for a new hero, as Daniel Ricciardo struggles at Red Bull. Piastri's continued success promises to be a highlight as the championship moves to the Singapore Grand Prix this weekend.

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