Ferrari star Charles LeClerc lauds McLaren rookie Oscar Piastri after Saudi Arabia GP qualifying

Charles LeClerc, the star of the Ferrari racing team, has praised McLaren rookie Oscar Piastri for an impressive performance in the qualifying session for the 2021 F1 Grand Prix in Saudi Arabia.

The French driver, who is widely recognized as a formidable force on the F1 circuit, lauded the young Australian’s ability to “consistently drive at the highest level” during the qualifying rounds.

“Oscar has demonstrated a remarkable aptitude for adapting to the more challenging elements of the track,” LeClerc said. “He showed great poise and technical skill throughout the qualifying session, and I have no doubt he will be a formidable competitor in the race this weekend.”

Piastri, who is only 20 years old, has become the first Australian driver to qualify for an F1 Grand Prix since Mark Webber in 2016. The McLaren rookie was quick to thank LeClerc for his kind words, and said he was “humbled” to have received such praise from the Ferrari star.

“It’s an honor to be recognized by Charles, and it’s a great feeling to know that I’m making an impact on the F1 circuit,” Piastri said.

The young driver has already made a name for himself in the sport, and his impressive performance in the qualifying session has only added to his reputation. With the race set to begin this weekend, it remains to be seen whether Piastri will be able to prove himself on the track.

Charles LeClerc, the pre-eminent Ferrari racer, has lauded McLaren freshman Oscar Piastri for his notable accomplishment in the qualifying heats for the 2021 Formula One Grand Prix in Saudi Arabia. The Frenchman, renowned on the F1 circuit as a formidable presence, paid tribute to the young Australian’s ability to “consistently drive at an elevated caliber” during the preliminaries.

“Oscar’s demonstrated a remarkable capacity for adapting to the more intricate nuances of the course,” LeClerc commented. “He exhibited remarkable composure and technical proficiency across the qualifying session, and I am confident that he will be a formidable competitor in the race this weekend.”

Piastri, at the age of 20, is the first Australian to qualify for an F1 Grand Prix since Mark Webber in 2016. The McLaren rookie expressed his gratitude for LeClerc’s generous compliments, saying he was “humbled” to receive such praise from the Ferrari standout.

“It’s an honor to be recognized by Charles, and it’s a great feeling to know that I’m making an impression on the F1 circuit,” Piastri remarked.

The young driver has already established himself in the sport, and his outstanding performance in the qualifying session has further enhanced his reputation. As the race commences this weekend, Piastri will have the opportunity to demonstrate his prowess on the track.