System 1 | Eighth, Piastri is happy because the McLaren F1 is going ‘better’ than expected

Oscar Piastri qualified eighth for the Chinese Grand Prix, and the McLaren F1 driver is frustrated after missing his final lap. Gear selection cost him a tenth to do best, though he doesn’t think he could have battled with teammate Lando Norris.

“I thought it was going well, and on the last lap I had a little problem. When I got into gear, it went into neutral. I don’t know how long “I lost time, not enough for the pole goal. , Lando did a great job but yes, it’s disappointing.” announced Piastri.

The Australian was pleased to see that the MCL38 was in better condition than expected on dry land, as it seemed to struggle with the level of Ferraris. However, he expresses his reservations about the final leadership.

“Yes, I think we look better than we expected, but of course it is difficult to know, because everyone has done very little driving. But in general, I think it is “more positive than we expected.”