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Oscar Piastri’s Hilarious Singapore GP Radio Gaffe: “Stiff Knob” Sparks Viral Sensation!

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October 4, 2025
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Oscar Piastri’s Hilarious Singapore GP Radio Gaffe: “Stiff Knob” Sparks Viral Sensation!
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Oscar Piastri Sparks Viral Frenzy with Hilarious Radio Blunder at Singapore GP!

In a moment that had Formula 1 fans doubling over with laughter, Oscar Piastri delivered a cheeky radio message during Friday’s practice session for the Singapore Grand Prix that quickly went viral. The Australian McLaren driver was attempting to communicate a technical issue with a cockpit control when he inadvertently created a social media sensation.

Midway through the second practice session (FP2) at the illustrious Marina Bay Street Circuit, Piastri’s voice crackled over the team radio, revealing a rather amusing predicament. “Before I forget, the cooling system knob is quite hard to turn,” he began, only to follow up with an unforgettable quip: “I was gonna say the knob is quite stiff, but didn’t think that would be appropriate for TV.”

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His race engineer, Tom Stallard, responded with a dry wit, assuring Piastri, “I’m sure they won’t have picked that up.” Little did they know, this light-hearted exchange would ignite a storm of memes and reactions across social platforms within minutes.

As McLaren executed their strategy under the dazzling lights of Singapore, Piastri’s humorous comment was a refreshing contrast to the intense atmosphere of the racetrack. The Singapore Grand Prix has been labeled a “heat hazard,” compelling drivers to grapple with the challenging conditions. Many have opted for cooling vests—devices that some drivers have expressed skepticism about in terms of reliability. The FIA regulations stipulate that if a driver chooses not to wear these cooling vests, they must compensate for the weight difference with an additional 0.5kg of ballast in the cockpit.

This quirky regulation underscores the extremes drivers must navigate in the relentless pursuit of performance. Article 26.19 of the FIA F1 Sporting Regulations confirms that “any driver may elect not to wear any items of personal equipment that form part of the Driver Cooling System.” Nonetheless, the heat remains a formidable adversary as competitors prepare for the grueling race ahead.

Despite the humorous hiccup, Piastri emerged from Friday’s practice feeling optimistic about his performance. “I think I found my feet on the medium at the end there, and then, soft felt good. Obviously, not much representative kind of race running, but the car’s been in a good place. I feel like I’ve learned a lot through today, and that’s the aim of practice. So it’s been a good day,” he stated confidently.

As the anticipation builds for the Singapore Grand Prix, one thing is certain: Oscar Piastri’s cheeky radio moment will be remembered long after the engines roar to life. Will this humorous slip become a defining moment of the weekend? Fans can only wait and see, but for now, Piastri has certainly secured his place in the hearts of F1 enthusiasts worldwide!

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