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Oscar Piastri’s Tire Masterstroke Seizes Third Place in McLaren Qualifying Battle

Miguel Cunha by Miguel Cunha
June 15, 2025
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Oscar Piastri’s Tire Masterstroke Seizes Third Place in McLaren Qualifying Battle

Jun 14, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, Canada; McLaren driver Oscar Piastri (81) during Qualifications at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Oscar Piastri Unveils Shocking McLaren Tire Strategy That Catapulted Him to Third Place in Qualifying

In a jaw-dropping revelation, Oscar Piastri has exposed the intense tire dilemma that both he and McLaren encountered during the qualifying session for the high-stakes Canadian Grand Prix. Despite facing challenges throughout the weekend, Piastri strategically opted for Pirelli’s C6 tire in Q3, a move that proved pivotal as he clinched an impressive third place on the grid.

Surpassing his teammate Lando Norris by a remarkable four places, Piastri’s bold tire selection set him apart from the frontrunners George Russell and Max Verstappen, who had opted for the C5 medium tire. This daring decision not only showcased Piastri’s tactical prowess but also positioned him to extend his lead in the drivers’ standings by 10 points.

Reflecting on his performance, Piastri expressed his satisfaction with the outcome, especially considering the team’s struggles leading up to the qualifying session. “To be honest, after how practice went, I’m pretty happy with myself at the moment,” Piastri shared. “We went for the soft because we are having a lot of problems, and just wanted to keep things consistent, so I am pretty happy with third, which is a bit different this year, but I will definitely take it.”

Piastri’s revelation sheds light on the strategic intricacies and calculated risks that unfold behind the scenes of Formula 1 racing. As the Australian driver gears up for the Canadian Grand Prix, all eyes are on him to see if his bold tire strategy will catapult him to victory on race day.

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