Oscar Piastri: “The car has been really great”

Oscar Piastri had an impressive weekend at the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix, confirming his rise in Formula 1. After a mixed weekend at home, the McLaren driver showcased speed, consistency, and fighting spirit, positioning himself among the key players in the second race of the year.

A historic qualification

From the qualifications onward, Oscar Piastri made a strong impact by securing the first pole position of his career. His fast lap allowed him to surpass experienced drivers like George Russell and Lando Norris, thus showcasing McLaren’s growing competitiveness this season.

A promising sprint

During the sprint race, the Australian managed to hold off his opponents and finish in a solid second place. Despite pressure from Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc, he was able to manage his pace and maximize his points before the main race.

A solid race

On Sunday, Oscar Piastri had a good start, maintaining the lead for a large part of the race. However, a late race neutralization reignited the battle for victory. Under pressure from his competitors, he had to fiercely defend his position against Lando Norris and Max Verstappen. Despite changing track conditions, he managed to stay consistent and fought until the last lap to secure a well-deserved podium.

« It was an incredible weekend, the car was really great. Today was a surprise, with the very different behavior of the tires. It feels like I deserved this last week », declared the Australian driver.

« Very, very happy, just… yes, very happy. The hard tire was much better than everyone expected, so going to the end was a surprise, but a good surprise. »

With this successful weekend, Oscar Piastri proves that he is a serious contender at the front this season. His progression and McLaren’s competitiveness could well allow him to play a key role in the fight for the championship.