Piastri out of title fight but eyes Singapore podium

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 8 Oct, 17:55 · Archive

Oscar Piastri has been mathematically eliminated from the F1 title race, trailing leader Kimi Antonelli by 192 points with seven races remaining.

Oscar Piastri's F1 title hopes were officially ended in Malaysia last weekend when he finished sixth, leaving him 192 points behind championship leader Kimi Antonelli with seven races remaining. Such a situation would have seemed unlikely given that Piastri finished third in last year's title race and remained in contention until the final round.

This season has been markedly different for the McLaren driver, who has been adapting to an erratic and under-performing car. He has not won a race and has not finished on the podium in his last 12 grands prix, stretching back to Miami in May.

Despite his mathematical elimination from the championship, Piastri remains optimistic about the upcoming Singapore Grand Prix. When asked if he thought he could return to the podium this weekend, he responded positively, saying 'I think so' and expressing hope that McLaren could 'be a bit more competitive'. He acknowledged that recent performance has been difficult, noting that in Malaysia his sixth-place finish was largely all the team could achieve given their competitiveness levels and the decisions made during the race.

Piastri highlighted that the Singapore Grand Prix, taking place at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, represents a very different challenge from Malaysia and provides an opportunity for McLaren to improve.

How it is being reported

• 'Back in the fight': Oscar seeking Singapore slingshotMcLaren's struggles have left Oscar Piastri out of contention for the F1 title but he's still hoping for a strong finish to the season, starting in Singapore.Perth Now · 8 Oct, 17:28
• 'Back in the fight': Oscar seeking Singapore slingshotMcLaren's struggles have left Oscar Piastri out of contention for the F1 title but he's still hoping for a strong finish to the season, starting in Singapore.The West Australian · 8 Oct, 17:28

In this story: Oscar Piastri · McLaren · Kimi Antonelli · Singapore · Malaysia · Marina Bay Street Circuit

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