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Formula One 2025: Oscar Piastri packs a punch in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia

Oscar Piastri has become a strong contender for the Formula One 2025 title after winning in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, stating he aims for the championship.
Piastri achieved a hat-trick in Bahrain by securing pole position, setting the fastest lap, and winning the race, marking McLaren's first victory there.
Following his victory in Saudi Arabia, Piastri is 10 points ahead of teammate Lando Norris, who faced challenges starting from 10th position.
Data indicates Piastri has outperformed Norris in qualifying, with better average positions and lap times, suggesting he may be a strong contender for the championship.

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Oscar Piastri does everything right in the race in Jeddah, Max Verstappen runs two damage limits with place, Lando Norris is the loser of the weekend and Mercedes defends designer rank two despite small dampers. The findings of the Grand Prix in Saudi Arabia.

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Formula One 2025: Oscar Piastri packs a punch in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia

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