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Piastri Tops Practice at Belgian GP, Setting the Stage for an Exciting Race

Oscar Piastri shined in the sole free practice session for the Belgian Grand Prix, clocking the fastest lap time of 1m42.022s. The session saw teams primarily focused on testing aerodynamic upgrades rather than competing for quickest laps.

Our Take:

The impressive performance by Piastri showcases McLaren's continuing progress and strategic focus on car development. With multiple teams introducing aerodynamic upgrades, the evolving dynamics of this season's championship race are set to make for an intriguing showdown in Belgium.

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Source: Autosport

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