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McLaren made right decision with Piastri: 'Pivotal'

McLaren made right decision with Piastri: 'Pivotal'

04-01-2023 08:25 Last update: 10:29
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Oscar Piastri has had a turbulent few months. As an Alpine reserve driver, he seemed to have a chance at the team this calendar year, but it was McLaren that finally contracted him. According to his manager Mark Webber, he is now on the right track.

At the end of last season, Piastri was given the opportunity to get to know his new team. In addition, he was allowed to complete some tests at McLaren, giving him the chance to get a feel for the car. Webber is happy with the British formation's approach, he told Speedcafe.com.

Webber gives Piastri clear advice

Webber thinks it is important for the talented Piastri to get as many miles on his car as possible. "It’s pivotal," the former Formula 1 driver stated. "Obviously, the working environment is important, particularly for someone like Oscar, who’s so insanely detailed."

Piastri is said to have what it takes to succeed in the motorsport class. "He’s methodical in his approach and McLaren has seen that already, which is great, but you can do as much at the factory as a reserve driver, whatever that is [or] can be, but you need to be racing and preparing for that."

"Ultimately, he’s enjoyed those tests and that was a good scenario, very good for us," said Webber, Piastri is taking a seat next to Lando Norris next season. With team boss Andrea Stella succeeding the departed Andreas Seidl, McLaren will try to improve on last season's fifth-place finish among constructors.