Piastri secures a podium in Singapore
Monday, 23 September 2024
The young Australian showcased his skill and determination
Oscar Piastri delivered a stellar performance at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, securing another Formula 1® podium finish of the season in a thrilling Singapore Grand Prix. The young Australian showcased his skill and determination, climbing from fifth on the grid to claim third place in a race that saw McLaren dominate.
Piastri's journey to the podium was marked by a mix of strategy and on-track prowess. Despite losing a position at the start, he quickly reclaimed it from Nico Hulkenberg and steadily moved up the order as the race unfolded. His ascent was aided by well-timed pit stops from his competitors, which saw him running as high as second behind his teammate Lando Norris before his own pit stop.
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The Australian's charge back through the field after his stop was a highlight of the race. Piastri swiftly dispatched Lewis Hamilton and then engaged in a close battle with George Russell, pulling off a decisive overtake to secure his podium position.
Reflecting on his race, Piastri said, "It was a good race, and a good recovery from Qualifying yesterday, so to get back to the podium is a great result." He added, "We had a really quick car underneath us and a good strategy to get past the two Mercedes. It was a bit close to George in Turn 1, but once I got into third place, I had a massive gap to try and close up, so I didn't want to take many risks."
Piastri's performance was particularly impressive given the challenging nature of the Marina Bay Street Circuit, known for its tight corners and unforgiving walls. His ability to navigate the circuit while executing crucial overtakes demonstrated his growing confidence and skill in Formula 1®.
The podium finish was not just a personal triumph for Piastri, but a significant result for McLaren as well. Team Principal Andrea Stella praised both drivers, stating, "A fantastic evening here in Singapore with a dominant victory for Lando, and Oscar managing to recover a couple of positions and finishing in P3."
Piastri's third-place finish, combined with Norris's victory, extended McLaren's lead in the Constructors' Championship and showcased the team's strong form heading into the final stretch of the season.
Looking ahead, Piastri remains focused on building on this success. "The car's been exceptional all weekend and got some great points for the team," he said. "Thanks to the team for their hard work. Time for a short break now, and we'll come back fighting in Austin."
Oscar’s Grand Prix by the numbers
- Qualified: 5th
- Race: 3rd
- Fastest lap: 1m35.745s on Lap 48
- Points this event: 15
- Points this season: 237 (4th)
