The Race F1 Podcast Is Piastri cracking under pressure?
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Oct 29, 2025 Join seasoned F1 journalist Ben Anderson and presenter Diego Mejia as they dissect Oscar Piastri’s recent struggles in the championship battle. They examine his inconsistent performances in Austin and Mexico, exploring whether pressure or car setup issues are to blame. The duo analyzes crucial upcoming races, discusses the impact of experience and team dynamics, and contrasts Piastri's driving style with Lando Norris. Hear their insights on how Piastri can regain his focus and momentum as the season heads to Brazil!
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Piastri's Mid-Season Dip
- Oscar Piastri has shown cracks since the summer, with errors in Baku and weaker showings in Austin and Mexico.
- The pattern may be track-specific or an emerging trend that will be tested in Brazil.
Hot, Low‑Grip Tracks Expose Weakness
- Austin and Mexico share hot, low-grip conditions where Piastri underperformed but Norris excelled.
- If the weakness repeats on similar tracks it could become a decisive trend in the title fight.
Interlagos Is The Litmus Test
- Brazil (Interlagos) is a key weekend because track traits shouldn't hurt Piastri the way Austin/Mexico did.
- A repeat of poor form in Interlagos would point to psychological or setup issues beyond track specificity.