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Piastri Eyes Pole at Monaco GP Despite Challenging Free Practice

Oscar Piastri remains optimistic about McLaren's prospects for the Monaco Grand Prix, despite a tumultuous Friday that saw him briefly crash. After a quick recovery, he managed to clock the second-fastest time, hinting at the team's potential for a strong performance in qualifying.

Our Take:

Piastri's resilience is commendable and demonstrates the competitive spirit needed in F1. With McLaren showing promising pace, their challenge for pole could shake up the expectations for the race, particularly in a circuit as unpredictable as Monaco. Fans should keep their eyes peeled for a thrilling qualifying session.

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Source: Autosport

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