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In the aftermath of an eventful Chinese Grand Prix, McLaren’s rising star Oscar Piastri has been closely analyzing Ferrari’s performance on and off the track. The rookie driver, who continues to make waves in his debut Formula 1 season, expressed interest in Ferrari’s strategies and pace during the race weekend in Shanghai.
Ferrari, despite being one of the sport’s most iconic teams, has struggled with consistency in recent races. Their performance at the Chinese GP raised questions, as drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz faced challenges in maintaining competitive race pace against front-runners like Red Bull and Mercedes.
Piastri’s examination of Ferrari’s race data comes amid growing competition in the midfield battle, where teams like McLaren, Alpine, and Ferrari are fighting for crucial championship points. Speaking after the race, Piastri noted that understanding rivals’ strategies could provide valuable insights for McLaren as they aim to close the gap to Ferrari and other top teams.
While Ferrari’s car demonstrated strong straight-line speed, issues related to tire degradation and race strategy hindered their overall result. Piastri believes that learning from Ferrari’s approach, both its strengths and weaknesses, could help McLaren refine their own race execution.
The Australian rookie has shown great adaptability and racecraft throughout the season, and his keen interest in analyzing rival teams’ performances underscores his growing confidence and ambition. With the championship battle intensifying, all eyes will be on McLaren and Ferrari as they prepare for the next race.
