Lando Norris won the Miami Grand Prix with an impressive lead of over seven seconds! Alongside him, Oscar Piastri also had a significant impact on the race, stealing the spotlight. Despite the buzz around Norris, McLaren took a moment to acknowledge the exceptional performance of their second driver.
Piastri showcased his skills from the start of the 57-lap race, even overtaking a Ferrari competitor on the fourth lap. This crucial moment made Norris believe he could achieve something remarkable in the race.
When Max Verstappen made a pit stop on lap 24, Piastri took the lead. Subsequently, a well-timed appearance of the safety car allowed Norris to regain the lead with fresh tires.
The reaction of McLaren’s team boss clearly indicates his belief that Piastri played a crucial role in helping Norris secure the victory in Miami. Improvements to Norris’ MCL38 contributed to the excellent performance of the car on the Miami street circuit.
Andrea Stella, a member of the McLaren team, had nothing but praise for Oscar Piastri, and rightfully so. It is worth noting that Piastri did not have the same package of upgrades as Norris in Miami.
During the qualifying session for the Miami Grand Prix, Piastri outperformed his more experienced teammate. Since his debut in Formula 1, Piastri has consistently demonstrated his strength and ability to challenge his teammate. This sets the stage for an intriguing battle between the McLaren drivers throughout the year. Piastri possesses all the necessary skills to surpass Norris by the end of the season.
