“Most stressful weekend of my life,” Oscar Piastri rejoices incredible Azerbaijan GP win as McLaren topple Red Bull in the standings
After winning the Azerbaijan GP, a relived Oscar Piastri stated that it was the "most stressful weekend of his life."
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Oscar Piastri won the 2024 Azerbaijan GPm after starting the race behind Charles Leclerc, who had secured the pole on Saturday (September 14). Leclerc was unable to stay in the front and lost the lead to Piastri during lap 20.
After crossing the finish line, Oscar Piastri expressed excitement over the team radio following a tough battle with Charles Leclerc. He thanked everyone for their efforts and and stated that it was the most stressful weekend of his life.
Yeesss! Well done everybody. That was probably the most stressful weekend of my life. Thank you everyone. Thank you!Oscar Piastri said on the radio
Piastri: Yeesss! Well done everybody. That was probably the most stressful weekend of my life. Thank you everyone. Thank you!
— Junaid #JB17 (@JunaidSamodien_) September 15, 2024
The Australian becomes the fifth driver to secure multiple race wins this season, marking the second Grand Prix victory of his career. This triumph also propelled McLaren ahead of Red Bull in the Constructors’ Championship, ending the latter’s lead, which they had maintained since the start of the season.
Oscar Piastri felt he had extra grip after the pitstop to push further
Oscar Piastri explained that at the beginning of the Azerbaijan GP, he tried to overtake Carles LeClerc but lost out once he was no longer within DRS range. However, after his pit stop, his car felt much better with more grip, giving him the confidence to push harder. The 23-year-old said that if he didn’t make the move to overtake at the start of that stint, he wouldn’t get another chance later in the race.
I tried at the start to get in front, but once I dropped out of DRS I didn't have the pace. After the stop, I felt like I had extra grip and I had to go for it as if I didn't get past at the start of the stint I never would.Oscar Piastri said after the race
Oscar Piastri: "I tried at the start to get in front, but once i dropped out of DRS I didn't have the pace. After the stop, I felt like I had extra grip and I had to go for it as if I didn't get past at the start of the stint I never would."
— Junaid #JB17 (@JunaidSamodien_) September 15, 2024
Certainly, Piastri was confident after realizing he had better grip and pushed hard to overtake Leclerc on lap 20. The Azerbaijan GP further showcased McLaren’s dominance, proving they are the team to beat this season. Despite this impressive performance, the 23-year-old remains in fourth position in the Drivers’ Standings.
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