Australian Oscar Piastri is hoping to be again within the factors as F1 dives into the unknown this weekend.
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The maiden F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix shall be held this Sunday afternoon, AEDTOscar Piastri is anticipating an “fascinating weekend” in americaMcLaren is 21 factors forward of Aston Martin within the battle for fourth
The maiden Las Vegas Grand Prix shall be a brand new expertise for all 20 drivers, as they navigate the well-known streets in Nevada for the primary time.
Piastri was unfortunate final day out in Brazil, compelled to be a lap down on his rivals after being an harmless bystander in a lap 1 crash.
McLaren is 21 factors forward of Aston Martin within the battle for fourth within the constructors’ championship.
F1’s prize cash is handed out primarily based on ending positions within the constructors’ championship.
The precise quantity every workforce receives is unclear, however the distinction between every place on the tables is hundreds of thousands of {dollars}.
Piastri, who has been spectacular in his rookie season, has performed a secondary however vitally necessary function for McLaren in 2023.
The younger Australian is hoping to complete this season strongly, taking momentum into 2024.
“I am excited to be heading to Vegas and kicking off the final double header of the season,” he stated.
“It needs to be a enjoyable one, driving in a singular location. I am unable to wait to see what it seems to be like.
“Vegas is one other new observe for me, however it’s new for everybody else, so it ought to make for an fascinating weekend.
“The workforce have finished an incredible job with the automotive this season, and I am hoping to get again within the factors.”
The race shall be held on Sunday afternoon AEDT, adopted by the ultimate race of the season the subsequent weekend.
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