Oscar Piastri’s success isn’t just raw talent; it’s also Mark Webber’s wisdom at play, echoes Max Verstappen.
- Piastri clinched victory over Verstappen at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, marking his third win of the season.
- Verstappen acknowledges Piastri’s skill and calm approach, crediting his mentor’s guidance.
- Despite leading the championship, Piastri remains focused and unfazed by the pressure.
- Webber’s mentorship, much like Jos Verstappen for Max, proves pivotal in racing careers.
Oscar Piastri isn’t just another fast driver on the track; he’s a rising star shaped by the insights of former F1 driver Mark Webber. According to Max Verstappen, Piastri benefits immensely from Webber’s experience in Formula 1, paralleling the Dutch driver’s own career shaped by his father, Jos Verstappen. The mentorship has seemingly played a crucial role in Piastri’s impressive start to the season.
Piastri’s third triumph of the season came after a fierce competition with Verstappen at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Capitalizing on a strong start, Piastri managed to outpace Verstappen, who later received a penalty that edged the race in Piastri’s favor. Despite Verstappen’s late race surge, Piastri crossed the finish line just seconds ahead, cementing his lead in the championship standings.
In a post-race press conference, Verstappen praised Piastri’s steady demeanor and strategic mindset, noting his ability to “deliver when he has to” and minimize errors — traits that are quintessential for a championship contender. Verstappen attributes part of Piastri’s success to Webber’s mentorship, likening it to the guidance he received from his father.
With his recent victories, Piastri has taken the lead in the championship over his teammate Lando Norris by a margin of ten points, and Verstappen sits two points further behind. Despite being in the spotlight, Piastri remains unfazed, emphasizing his commitment to racing each race to win rather than resting on his laurels as the current championship leader.
The Australian driver acknowledges that being at the top brings its own challenges, especially the shift from being the hunter to the hunted. Yet, he maintains that the championship lead is just the beginning, focusing instead on the hard work that got him there and setting his sights on maintaining this performance through the season’s entirety.
Mark Webber’s influence on Oscar Piastri mirrors the importance of experienced mentors in crafting successful racing careers.
