Singapore will provide the latest challenge in 22-year-old Oscar Piastri's short career, with the track one of the most physically demanding on the calendar.
abc.net.au/news/oscar-piastri-ready-for-f1-singapore-grand-prix/102855322Oscar Piastri will get his first taste of Singapore's unpredictability when he gets behind the wheel of his McLaren this weekend.
The street circuit around Marina Bay is taxing on its own, but the humidity usually experienced during the night race adds to the physical exertion of the drivers."I spent time in the sim last week learning as much as I can, but as a rookie it's a track that you really need to physically drive to gain the experience," he said."It's a new challenge for me, so that's something I've been preparing for as well.
Last year's Singapore Grand Prix was a mighty race for McLaren, with Lando Norris and then teammate Daniel Ricciardo finishing fourth and fifth.Ricciardo getting a top-five finish despite starting 16thThe often unpredictable nature of races in Singapore means drivers need their wits and sometimes a bit of luck for a good performance."Hopefully we come back with a nice result."AlphaTauri has confirmed injured driver Daniel Ricciardo will be in Singapore this weekend.
New Zealand's Liam Lawson will continue to drive for the AlphaTauri in Ricciardo's absence, teaming with Japanese driver Yuki Tsunoda.
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